finger

Definition

  • n. any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
  • n. the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure
  • n. one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb
  • v. feel or handle with the fingers

Word forms

Past tense
fingered
Present participle
fingering
Past participle
fingered
Third person singular
fingers

Example sentences

  1. n.

    She pointed to the map with her finger to show us the way.

  2. v.

    He gently fingered the pages of the old book.

  3. n.

    You can use the finger command to check if your friend is online.