Joust (Noun)
Meaning
A combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The joust between the two rival knights ended in a decisive victory for the reigning champion.
- During the tournament, each pair of opponents was allowed to participate in up to three jousts to decide the winner.
- King Arthur famously called for a grand joust to settle disputes and determine the best knights of the land.
- At the renaissance fair, a demonstration joust showcased the ancient skill of knights charging on horseback.
- As part of his squire's training, young Sir Edward watched many jousts in which he carefully analyzed his mentor's tactics.