Finger

/ˈfɪŋəɹ/

The meaning and definition of Finger, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, exclusive of the thumb.
“Humans have two hands and ten fingers. Each hand has one thumb and four fingers.”
Something similarly extending, from a larger body, particularly:
“a finger of land; a finger of smoke”

verb

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

Synonyms bloke boy guv lad jet bridge digit

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