This is the 3931st most frequent Dutch word.
vuist
Fist.
The word 'vuist' is part of the compound 'vuistregel', meaning 'rule of thumb', and refers to a general principle or guideline.
Dit is een vuistregel die iedereen moet volgen.
This is a general rule of thumb everyone should follow.
Here, 'vuist' is used metaphorically to signify taking a stand or fight against injustice.
Hij maakte een vuist tegen onrecht.
He made a fist against injustice.
In this sentence, 'vuist' is used literally to refer to the physical action of forming a fist with one's hand.