Fist: meaning, definitions and examples

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fist

[ fɪst ]

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hand

The clenched hand with the fingers doubled into the palm, typically in anger or determination.

Synonyms

clenched hand, knuckle, punch

Examples of usage

He raised his fist in anger.
She pounded the table with her fist.

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boxing

A blow with the fist.

Synonyms

hit, punch, strike

Examples of usage

He delivered a powerful fist to his opponent's jaw.
The boxer trained to improve his fist technique.

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action

To hit with the fist.

Synonyms

hit, punch, strike

Examples of usage

He fisted the door in frustration.
She fisted the wall in anger.

Translations

Translations of the word "fist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 punho

🇮🇳 मुट्ठी

🇩🇪 Faust

🇮🇩 palu

🇺🇦 кулак

🇵🇱 pięść

🇯🇵 拳 (けん)

🇫🇷 poing

🇪🇸 puño

🇹🇷 yumruk

🇰🇷 주먹 (jumeok)

🇸🇦 قبضة (qabdat)

🇨🇿 pěst

🇸🇰 päsť

🇨🇳 拳头 (quántóu)

🇸🇮 pest

🇮🇸 vöðvi

🇰🇿 қол (qol)

🇬🇪 კულაკი (kulaki)

🇦🇿 yumruq

🇲🇽 puño

Word origin

The word 'fist' originated from the Old English word 'fyst', which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'fustiz'. The use of the fist as a symbol of power and strength dates back to ancient times, where it was often used in combat and as a form of non-verbal communication. Throughout history, the fist has been associated with various cultural, social, and political movements as a symbol of unity, resistance, and solidarity.