fisticuffs in German

fisticuffs in German is Handgreiflichkeiten — fisticuffs means a fight that breaks out suddenly, using just the fists, normally between two people.

fisticuffs in German

Handgreiflichkeiten

noun

(plurale tantum, informal) An impromptu fight with the fists, usually between only two people.

What does "fisticuffs" mean?

noun A fight that breaks out suddenly, using just the fists, normally between two people.
noun Bare-knuckled boxing, a form of boxing done without boxing gloves or similar padding.

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