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two-fisted

[ too-fis-tid ]
/ ˈtuˈfɪs tɪd /
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adjective

ready for or inclined to physical combat.
strong and vigorous.

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RELATED WORDS

noble, vigorous, bold, masculine, virile, macho, self-reliant, heroic, manly, muscular, manlike, manful, gallant, brave, hardy, hunk, adult, stud, jock, male

Nearby words

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Origin of two-fisted

An Americanism dating back to 1765–75; two + fist1 + -ed3
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British Dictionary definitions for two-fisted

two-fisted

adjective

US strong, tough, and vigorousa hard-drinking two-fisted hunter
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