scrummage

Noun

Synonyms: scrum

WordNet 3.0

(rugby) the method of beginning play in which the forwards of each team crouch side by side with locked arms; play starts when the ball is thrown in between them and the two sides compete for possessionSynonyms: scrum

Scrimmage \Scrim"mage\ (?; 48), n. [A corruption of skirmish. "Sore scrymmishe." --Ld. Berners.] [Written also scrummage.]

1.Formerly, a skirmish; now, a general row or confused fight or struggle. [1913 Webster]

2.(Football) The struggle in the rush lines after the ball is put in play. [1913 Webster]

Scrummage \Scrum"mage\ (?; 43), n. See Scrimmage. [1913 Webster]