Definition

A sport from medieval Europe where knights on horseback would charge at each other with long poles called lances.

Example

The knights prepared for the jousting tournament, eager to show their skills.

Conversation

Have you ever tried jousting at the medieval fair?

No, but it sounds really exciting!

I did it last year, and it was so much fun to dress up as a knight while jousting.

That sounds awesome! I’d love to see you in armor.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To engage in a sport where two knights on horseback fight with lances.

Example

The knights were jousting in the tournament, showcasing their skills and bravery.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that movie where they were jousting in the tournament?

Yeah! It was so cool to watch them in action.

I never realized how intense jousting could be until I saw that.

Root Explanation

Jousting → The word 'joust' comes from Old French 'joustier' (meaning to tilt or to joust), which is derived from the Latin 'juxtare' (meaning to approach or to join). The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process. Thus, 'jousting' refers to the action of engaging in a joust, a combat between knights on horseback.

Memory Tip

Imagine knights 'joining' ('juxtare') in a contest on horseback — that's what jousting is all about.

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