knuckleduster

Definition

Noun: A metal weapon worn over the knuckles, used to increase the force of a punch in a fight.

Usage Examples

• (A metal weapon designed to fit over the knuckles.)
• (An illegal hand-held weapon for striking.)

Advanced Usage

• "to wear a knuckleduster": to have the weapon fitted over one's hand for protection or attack.
  • The gang member wore a brass knuckleduster during the brawl. (He had the metal weapon on his hand.)

Variants and Related Words

• Knuckledusters (plural noun): multiple instances or types of this weapon.
  • The collection included several antique knuckledusters. (Various metal hand weapons.)
• Brass knuckles (noun): a common synonym for knuckleduster, often made of brass.
  • Brass knuckles are illegal in many countries. (A type of knuckleduster.)

Synonyms

• Brass knuckles: a specific type of knuckleduster, typically made of brass.
• Metal knuckles: a general term for knuckleduster-like weapons.

Related Idioms

• "to have a knuckleduster in one's sleeve": to have a hidden weapon or advantage.
  • He always kept a knuckleduster in his sleeve for emergencies. (He had a hidden weapon ready.)