General
knuckle up
What does knuckle up mean?
To prepare to physically fight; put your fists up.
"If that's how you feel, knuckle up."
Origin
NYC/AAVE; from raising one's knuckles/fists to fight.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'knuckle up' mean?
It means to get ready to fight — put your fists up and prepare to throw down.
How do you use 'knuckle up'?
Use it as a challenge, like 'If that's how you feel, knuckle up.'
Where does 'knuckle up' come from?
It comes from NYC and AAVE, from raising one's knuckles or fists to fight.
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