KNUCKLE DUSTER

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

(used in the plural) a small metal weapon; worn over the knuckles on the back of the hand

Synonyms:

brass knuckles; brass knucks; knuckle duster; knuckles; knucks

Classified under:

Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("knuckle duster" is a kind of...):

arm; weapon; weapon system (any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting)

Domain usage:

plural; plural form (the form of a word that is used to denote more than one)

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