fistic
pronunciation
How to pronounce fistic in British English:
UK ['fɪstɪk]
How to pronounce fistic in American English:
US ['fɪstɪk]
Word Origin
- fistic (adj.)
- "relating to or done with the fists," 1806, from fist (n.) + -ic. Long considered improper English ("Not in dignified use" - OED).
Example
- 1. And fans , with us tonight , truly one of the fistic greats .
- 2. Students of boxing will pore over the trio of ali-frazier fights , which rank among the greatest in fistic history , as one might read three acts of a great drama .
- 3. The fistic play is demonstrated by bai yong , the nationwide gold medal winner of chinese traditional martial arts competition .