clenched fist

noun

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see clenched, fist.

Meanings

nounclenched fist (plural clenched fists)

plural clenched fists

  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see clenched, fist.
  2. figurativelySynonym of raised fist.

    Synonyms: raised fist

Synonyms & antonyms

nounSynonym of raised fist.

More synonyms by meaning

nouna hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)

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