fistful

/ˈfɪstˌfʊl/noun

Elementary

The amount that can be held in a closed fist.

A small number of something.

A blow with the fist.

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Synonyms

handful punch

Related Words

box handbreadth handsbreadth slug

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

wistful

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

fab fac fae fan fao far fat faw fay faz

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

bib bic big bil bin bip bis bit bui cid

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

fat fit ftp feit fist fitz foot foti fust raft

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