Fistic


[fis-tik] /ˈfɪs tɪk/

adjective
1.
of boxing; pugilistic:
fistic heroes.
/ˈfɪstɪk/
adjective
1.
of or relating to fisticuffs or boxing
adj.

1806, from fist (n.) + -ic. Historically not considered proper English.

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