Finger
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Finger ( noun )
- Each of the four slender jointed parts attached to either hand (or five, if the thumb is included).
- A unit of linear measure equal to about 0.75 inches (1.9 centimeters).
- A part of a glove that covers a finger.
- An indicator or pointer on a dial or gauge.
- A projecting part of a tool, machine, or other object used for pointing, pushing, or manipulating.
Origin:
Old english fōtere, of germanic origin; related to dutch vinger and german finger.
Examples:
- She held the pen between her fingers.
- He had a cut on his finger.
- The finger of the glove was too small.
- The dial had a finger pointing to the number.
- The finger of the lever moved the machinery.
(As a verb)
Finger ( verb )
- Each of the four slender jointed parts attached to either hand (or five, if the thumb is included).
- A unit of linear measure equal to about 0.75 inches (1.9 centimeters).
- A part of a glove that covers a finger.
- An indicator or pointer on a dial or gauge.
- A projecting part of a tool, machine, or other object used for pointing, pushing, or manipulating.
Origin:
Old english fōtere, of germanic origin; related to dutch vinger and german finger.
Examples:
- She held the pen between her fingers.
- He had a cut on his finger.
- The finger of the glove was too small.
- The dial had a finger pointing to the number.
- The finger of the lever moved the machinery.