scrum meaning

UK /skrʌm/ US 1 syllable

scrum (noun): (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 possession.

Definition of scrum

  1. (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 possession

    Synonyms: scrummage

    Type of: beginning

How to pronounce scrum

scrum is pronounced /skrʌm/ in British English. It has 1 syllable.

Scrabble score: 9 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SC · words ending in UM · 5-letter words

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