Definition of white–knuckle
: marked by, causing, or experiencing tense nervousness a white–knuckle ride on a roller coaster a white–knuckle passenger
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First Known Use of white–knuckle
1872
WHITE–KNUCKLE Defined for English Language Learners
white-knuckle
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Definition of white–knuckle for English Language Learners
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: showing, experiencing, or causing very strong feelings of fear, anxiety, etc.
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