Definition of "joust" in English

noun

1. A tilting match: a mock combat between two mounted knights or men-at-arms using lances in the lists or enclosed field.

   • medieval joust

verb

1. To engage in mock combat on horseback, as two knights in the lists; to tilt.

   • The knights prepared to joust in the tournament.

2. To engage in verbal sparring over an important issue. (used of two people, both of whom participate more or less equally)

   • verbally joust
   • Politicians often joust with words during debates.

3. (slang) To touch penises while engaging in a sex act, especially oral sex.