Brass Knuckles Definition
noun
A metal chain or a set of rings attached to a bar that can be fitted over the fingers to increase the impact of a blow with the fist.
American Heritage
A weapon consisting of a rigid, metal framework, as of linked metal rings, with holes for the fingers, that is worn on the hand to increase greatly damage delivered by a blow with the fist.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- knuckle-duster
- knucks
- knuckles
- brass knucks
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