finger

//ˈfɪŋɡər//
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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.