fist
Translation
fist
Examples
He clenched his hand into a fist.
He clenched his hand into a fist.
She raised her fist in protest.
She raised her fist in protest.
Grammar Patterns
to clench one's fist He clenched his hand into a fist.
Similar Words
Synonyms: clenched hand
Etymology
From Old English 'fyst', of West Germanic origin.
Memory Tips
Think of your 'five' fingers closing to make a 'fist'.