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Knuckled: meaning, definitions and examples

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knuckled

 

[ ˈnʌkəld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The term 'knuckled' refers to the past action of making a fist with your fingers curled inward. It can also imply using one's knuckles to strike or tap on something. In a broader context, it may describe the way someone applied pressure or force using their knuckles, often in a physical altercation or while performing a task that requires strength. The term is derived from the noun 'knuckle', which signifies the joint of the fingers or toes.

Synonyms

clenched, pounded, struck

Examples of usage

  • He knuckled down to work.
  • She knuckled her fist on the table.
  • They knuckled together to lift the heavy object.

Translations

Translations of the word "knuckled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nódoa

🇮🇳 गठिया

🇩🇪 Knöcheln

🇮🇩 sendi

🇺🇦 суглоб

🇵🇱 kostka

🇯🇵 指関節

🇫🇷 articulation

🇪🇸 nudillo

🇹🇷 boğum

🇰🇷 관절

🇸🇦 مفصل

🇨🇿 kloub

🇸🇰 kĺb

🇨🇳 关节

🇸🇮 zglob

🇮🇸 liður

🇰🇿 буын

🇬🇪 ბოჭკური

🇦🇿 oyna

🇲🇽 nudillo

Word origin

The word 'knuckled' comes from the noun 'knuckle', which originated in Middle Dutch 'knuckel' and Middle Low German 'knukel', referring to the joint of a finger. The use of 'knuckle' has been documented in the English language since the 14th century. The verb form 'to knuckle' emerged later, capturing the action associated with the knuckles. Much of its usage revolves around physical strength or the act of striking, either in playful or serious contexts. Over time, 'knuckled' has taken on idiomatic meanings, such as 'to knuckle down', which means to begin to work seriously. The term paints a vivid picture of action and commitment, reflecting the physicality of the knuckles themselves. Thus, the origin and evolution of this word reveal not only the anatomical roots of the term but also its cultural implications in language.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,182 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.