Wrist — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈrist/

Meaning & Definition of Wrist

Wrist (noun)

  1. the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm
  2. the part of a vertebrate animal corresponding to the human wrist
  3. the part of a garment or glove covering the wrist

Wrist (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument

    "doctors used to give newborns a light slap to get them to start breathing"

    similar: bang, bash, bat, beat, belt, biff, blow, bop, box, buffet, bust, chop, clap, clip, clout, crack, cuff, dab, douse (British), fillip, hack, haymaker, hit, hook, knock, larrup (dialect), lash, lick, pelt, pick, plump, poke, pound, punch, rap, slam, slug, smack, smash, sock, spank, stinger, stripe, stroke, swat, swipe, switch, thud, thump, thwack, wallop, welt, whack, wham, whop
    related: counter, counterblow, counterpunch, counterstroke, body blow, hand, kick, knee, left, one-two, rabbit punch, right, right-hander, roundhouse, shiver, sidewinder, sucker punch, swing, uppercut, cruncher, kayo, knockdown, knockout, KO, bastinado, battering, beating, bludgeoning, clobbering, cudgeling, drubbing, hammering, lambasting, licking, pasting, pounding, pummeling, thrashing, flogging, walloping, whip, whipping

  2. an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings

    "that comment is a slap to anyone who has ever served in the military"

    similar: affront, barb, brickbat, cut, dart, dig, dis (slang), epithet, gird, indignity, insult, name, offense, outrage, personality, poke, put-down, sarcasm, slight, slur
    related: catcall, gibe, jeer, mock, quip, sneer, taunt, abuse, invective, vituperation, disapproval, opprobrium, disgrace, dishonor, shame, attack, criticism, knock, slam, swipe, torment, torture
    near: accolade, commendation, compliment, acclaim, applause, praise, adulation, flattery

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Wrist

The most common words with a similar meaning to Wrist:

British: douse
Dialect: larrup
Slang: dis
bang, bash, bat, beat, belt, biff, blow, bop, box, buffet, bust, chop, clap, clip, clout, crack, cuff, dab, fillip, hack, haymaker, hit, hook, knock, lash, lick, pelt, pick, plump, poke, pound, punch, rap, slam, slug, smack, smash, sock, spank, stinger

Related Words for Wrist

counter, counterblow, counterpunch, counterstroke, body blow, hand, kick, knee, left, one-two, rabbit punch, right, right-hander, roundhouse, shiver, sidewinder, sucker punch, swing, uppercut, cruncher, kayo, knockdown, knockout, KO, bastinado, battering, beating, bludgeoning, clobbering, cudgeling

Near Antonyms of Wrist

accolade, commendation, compliment, acclaim, applause, praise, adulation, flattery

Origin & Etymology of Wrist

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Middle High German rist wrist, ankle, Old English wrǣstan to twist wrest

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Wrist

Words & Phrases Containing Wrist

wrist pin, wrist shot, wrist wrestling, slap on the wrist

Frequently Asked Questions about Wrist

What does "Wrist" mean?

"Wrist" means the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm. As a noun, it is defined as: the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Wrist"?

Other words for "Wrist" include bang, bash, bat, beat, belt, biff, blow and bop. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Wrist" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Wrist"?

There are 135 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Wrist". Common alternatives include bang, bash, bat, beat, belt, biff, blow, bop, box and buffet.

How do you use "Wrist" in a sentence?

Examples of "Wrist" in a sentence: "doctors used to give newborns a light slap to get them to start breathing"; "that comment is a slap to anyone who has ever served in the military".

Is "Wrist" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Wrist" is a noun.

Is "Wrist" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Wrist" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Wrist"?

"Wrist" is pronounced /ˈrist/.

What is the origin of the word "Wrist"?

"Wrist" comes from Middle English, from Old English; akin to Middle High German rist wrist, ankle, Old English wrǣstan to twist wrest. First known use: before 12th century.