Definition

A person who participates in jousting, a sport where two knights on horseback charge at each other with lances.

Example

The jouster aimed carefully before charging at his opponent.

Conversation

Did you see the tournament last weekend?

Yes! The jouster from our town was amazing.

I know, right? I didn't expect him to win against the champion.

It was such a thrilling match; he really proved himself as a skilled jouster.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Jouster → The word 'jouster' comes from the Old French 'joustier' (meaning to joust), which is derived from 'joust' (meaning a contest or tournament). A jouster is a person who participates in a joust, a medieval competition of skill and combat on horseback.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'jousts' in a contest — that's what a jouster does, they compete in a tournament.

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