Definitions

1. noun

A formation of rugby players who are close together, usually in a line, in order to pick up the ball or gain possession of it, or a meeting for a group of people to discuss progress and problems in a specific project or activity.

“The rugby team was in a tight scrum, trying to gain control of the ball.”

2. verb

To engage in a tight formation with others, usually in a line, in order to pick up the ball or gain possession of it, or to discuss progress and problems in a specific project or activity, typically in an informal meeting.

“The team will scrum together to come up with a plan for the new project.”

3. noun

In software development, an iterative and incremental framework for managing and completing complex projects, especially in agile methodologies.

“The team used the scrum framework to manage their project and deliver it on time.”