Meaning of the word fistful in English
What does fistful mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fistful
US /ˈfɪst.fʊl/
UK /ˈfɪst.fʊl/
Noun
1.
an amount that can be held in a closed hand
Example:
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He grabbed a fistful of coins from his pocket.
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She threw a fistful of birdseed onto the ground.
2.
a small number or amount of something
Example:
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Only a fistful of people attended the meeting.
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He earned a mere fistful of dollars for his hard work.
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