finger
//ˈfɪŋɡər//
Noun
fingerSingular
fingersPlural
1
One of the five digits on the human hand, especially those other than the thumb.
She pointed with her finger at the map.
2
A part of a glove that covers a finger.
The finger of my glove has a hole in it.
3
Something that resembles a finger in shape or function.
A finger of land extends into the sea.
4
A measure of alcohol in a glass, roughly equal to the width of a finger.
Pour me two fingers of whiskey.
Synonym
Verb
1
To touch or manipulate with the fingers; to handle.
She nervously fingered the edge of her scarf.
2
To identify or point out; to inform on someone.
He fingered the thief to the police.
3
To play a musical instrument by using the fingers in a particular way.
She fingered the guitar strings carefully.