scrimmage

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English

Definitions

noun

A rough fight.
In some team sports, especially soccer, a practice game which does not count on a team's record.
In American football or Canadian football, a play that begins with a snap from the center while opposing teams are on either side of a line of scrimmage.

verb

To have, or be involved in, a scrimmage.“We scrimmaged a few times and then settled into boring drills.”

Related words

Synonyms

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Associated

linemen handoff snap yardage fumble rushing sideline punt touchdown kickoff snapped quarterback

Rhymes

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