knuckle sandwich

noun

Slang.

1. a punch in the mouth with a clenched fist.

Word History and Origins

Origin of knuckle sandwich¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

He also now leads a production company called Knuckle Sandwich LLC, which also opens and operates many restaurants nationwide.

From Salon

Hands from the crowd shot into the air as he tossed out his “Knuckle Sandwich” cigars, and Fieri had more than enough to pass around.

From Los Angeles Times

After Watts’ death was announced this week, fans of the rock band began reminiscing about the time the musician apparently served his bandmate a knuckle sandwich.

From Los Angeles Times

He once told a crowd to beat up a guy who was heckling him, promising to pay the legal fees for anyone delivering a knuckle sandwich.

From Washington Post

Are we sure the customer didn’t order a knuckle sandwich?

From Fox News