fistic

[ fis-tik ]

adjective

1. of boxing; pugilistic:

   fistic heroes.

fistic

/ ˈfɪstɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to fisticuffs or boxing

Word History and Origins

Origin of fistic¹

First recorded in 1800–10; fist ¹ + -ic

Example Sentences

Since he retired in 2015, Mayweather has learned to monetize his fistic acumen without tussling with anyone capable of threatening his 50-0 ledger and legacy.

From The Daily Beast

He first won a place in the hearts of the American people by discovering to them his wonderful fistic attainments.

From Project Gutenberg

He bawled out orders to his crew, emphasizing his commands with sundry fistic punctuations.

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The immediate cause of his expulsion from school was a fistic encounter with a teacher.

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Our stout-armed garcon took a position on our sleigh, and by a fistic argument succeeded in turning us aside.

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Everybody seemed to be much concerned about the great fistic bout to take place in Carson City that day; the 17th of March.

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