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/fɪst/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The hand closed tightly, especially when the fingers are curled inward.
He raised his fist in celebration after winning the match.
A gesture of defiance or aggression made by clenching the hand.
She shook her fist at the driver who cut her off.
A unit of measurement equal to the size of a person's fist, often used in reference to food or portions.
The recipe calls for a fistful of herbs.
verb
To make a fist.
He fisted his hand in anger after hearing the news.
To hit someone or something with a fist.
She fisted the punching bag as part of her training.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'fist' or 'fyst', related to the action of clenching the hand.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fist bump:
A gesture of greeting or celebration where two fists are brought together.
raise a fist:
To hold up a fist in support or defiance.
clench your fist:
To make a fist tightly, usually out of anger or determination.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To fight or hit someone.
He was ready to throw fists at the bar.
To express anger or frustration.
She was so mad she wanted to fist someone.