Meaning of “knuckleduster” in the English Dictionary

"knuckleduster" in English

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uk /ˈnʌk.əlˌdʌs.tər/ us /ˈnʌk.əlˌdʌs.tɚ/

› UK US brass knuckles a metal weapon that is worn over the knuckles and is intended to increase the injuries caused when hitting a person

› informal a large and noticeable ring

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