Cirit is a traditional game played in Turkey, also known as Jereed. The game involves players on horseback throwing wooden sticks or javelins at each other. Synonyms for cirit include javelin, spear, lance, and pike. These words all refer to a long and thin pointed object used as a weapon or for sport. Other related words might include blade, dagger, and sword, although these items are not thrown like the cirit. In the case of traditional Turkish cirit, players use their throwing skills to try and hit their opponents while galloping on horseback. Regardless of the term used to describe it, this ancient game requires skill, speed, and a certain amount of bravery.