Jostle/ˈdʒɑːsl/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Physical Movement Used to describe rough or competitive movements in confined spaces. Tourists had to jostle by the souvenir stalls. Pro Tip 2/3Slight Aggression Implies a level of assertiveness without intending harm. Fans jostled at the stadium gates. Pro Tip 3/3Common in Crowds Often happens in situations with many people like events or public transportation. Passengers jostled on the crowded bus.