brass knuckles

noun

plural in form but singular or plural in construction

: knuckle sense 4

Examples of brass knuckles in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Law enforcement officials reported finding two handguns, a set of brass knuckles and a Taser on Havas after arresting him. — Henry J. Gomez, NBC news, 8 Sep. 2026

The man had two pistols and brass knuckles on him, according to Greene, all of which are legal to carry in Ohio. — CBS News, 6 Sep. 2026

More than a week ago, officials found a homemade sword and brass knuckles at a Senate office building, Fox 5 DC reported. — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026

With the interference scrambling the ringside situation, Paul got hold of the brass knuckles and used them against The Usos, allowing The Vision to secure the pinfall and win the championships. — Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1853, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brass knuckles

• buckles
• chuckles