finger

/ˈfɪŋəɹ/

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Definition

Each hand has five long, thin digits sticking out from the palm; these are fingers (and a thumb). Fingers are short sections called phalanges connected to each other by joints. They allow us to touch things, grasp and hold objects, and perform delicate actions.

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Conjugation

"finger" as noun

1 - A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, exclusive of the thumb.

2 - Similar or similar-looking extremities in other animals, particularly:

3 - Something similar in shape to the human finger, particularly:

"finger" as verb

1 - To identify or point out. Also put the finger on. To report to or identify for the authorities, rat on, rat out, squeal on, tattle on, turn in.

2 - To poke, probe, feel, or fondle with a finger or fingers.

3 - To use the fingers to penetrate and sexually stimulate one's own or another person's vagina or anus; to fingerbang

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Synonyms

1 - thumb

2 - digit

3 - band

4 - strip

5 - hand

6 - inch

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Antonyms

1 - toe

2 - hand

3 - palm

4 - thumb

5 - knuckle

6 - digit

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Examples in Context

1 - Dad will swing the keys on his finger when he gets nervous.

1 - Papá hará girar las llaves en su dedo cuando se ponga nervioso.

2 - He expects dinner ready but never lifts a finger in the kitchen.

2 - Espera la cena lista, pero nunca mueve un dedo en la cocina.

3 - Everyone was scared to put the finger on him after the robbery.

3 - Todos tenían miedo de señalar con el dedo a él después del robo.

4 - A small thorn can sting your finger , causing immediate discomfort.

4 - Una pequeña espina puede pinchar tu dedo , causando molestia inmediata.

5 - Nobody lifted a finger to assist the old man when he fell.

5 - Nadie movió un dedo para ayudar al anciano cuando se cayó.

6 - The neighbors finally put the finger on the guy breaking car windows.

6 - Los vecinos finalmente señalaron con el dedo al tipo que rompía las ventanillas.

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