(n) line parallel to the goal lines where football linesmen line up at the start of each play in American football, Syn. line of scrimmage, Example:the runner was tackled at the line of scrimmage
The Collaborative International Dictionary of English (GCIDE) v.0.53 Collaborative International Dictionary (GCIDE)
n. [ A corruption of skirmish. “Sore scrymmishe.” Ld. Berners. ] [ Written also scrummage. ]1. Formerly, a skirmish; now, a general row or confused fight or struggle. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Football) The struggle in the rush lines after the ball is put in play. [ 1913 Webster ]