n.
Pronunciation: ' rist
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English; akin to Middle High German rist wrist, ankle, Old English wr ǣ stan to twist ― more at WREST
Date: before 12th century
1 : the joint or the region of the joint between the human hand and the arm or a corresponding part on a lower animal
2 : the part of a garment or glove covering the wrist