What is another word for brass knuckles?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈas nˈʌkə͡lz] (IPA) 
Brass knuckles, also known as knuckledusters, are a type of weapon used in hand-to-hand combat. However, there are many other terms used to describe this item. Knuckle busters, knuckle dusters, knuckles, brass knucks, fistloads, and knucks are just a few of the synonyms used to describe this weapon. Many of these terms use the word "knuckle" to describe the function of the item, while others focus on the material used to construct it, such as "brass" or simply "metal." Regardless of the terminology used, the use of these weapons is illegal in many countries around the world.
