fist
Translation
fist
Examples
He clenched his hand into a fist.
He clenched his hand into a fist.
She banged her fist on the table in anger.
She banged her fist on the table in anger.
Grammar Patterns
((to make/clench)) a fist to form your hand into a closed shape He clenched his hand into a fist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clenched hand
Etymology
From Old English 'fȳst', related to German 'Faust' and Dutch 'vuist'.
Memory Tips
Imagine clenching your five fingers fast to make a fist. The 'f' and 'st' sounds are sharp, like a punch.