fist
closed hand / clump / to strike
NounTransitive Verb
pl: fistspast: fistedpp: fisteding: fisting
The word evokes a strong sense of tension and compression. When used physically, it suggests aggression, defense, or a sudden release of anger. It carries a tactile quality of hardness and strength, contrasting with the openness and vulnerability of a flat palm. Symbolically, the raised fist is a globally recognized gesture of defiance, political resistance, or unity. In this context, the word shifts from a mere anatomical description to a representation of collective power and social struggle.
Meanings
Noun
A hand closed tightly with the fingers curled inward toward the palm.
"He clenched his fist in anger."
Noun
A tight, closed hand used as a weapon or a symbol of power or solidarity.
"The protesters raised a fist in the air."