a combat in which two knights on horseback attempted to unhorse each other with blunted lances.

this type of combat fought in a highly formalized manner as part of a tournament.

jousts, tournament.

a personal competition or struggle.

to contend in a joust or tournament.

to contend, compete, or struggle

The candidates will joust in a television debate.

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tournament , tourney , bout , combat , contest , duel , tilt