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Plural
fingers
1
each of the long thin parts that are connected to our hands, sometimes the thumb is not included
A finger is a slender and flexible digit located at the end of the hand, typically numbering five on each hand. It consists of multiple bones called phalanges, along with muscles, tendons, nerves, and blood vessels. Fingers play a crucial role in gripping, grasping, manipulating objects, and performing intricate tasks. They contribute to fine motor skills, sensory perception, and communication through gestures. Understanding the anatomy and function of fingers is important for hand coordination, dexterity, and overall manual abilities.
- He counted on his fingers to solve the math problem.
- He used his finger to scroll through the pictures on his phone.
- I used my finger to point at the map and show them the location.
- She accidentally cut her finger while preparing dinner.
- She holds her finger to her lips, signaling for silence.
2
one of the sections of a glove designed to cover a finger or thumb
- The glove had a tear in the middle finger.
- She wore gloves with long fingers for warmth.
- The mitten-style glove had separate fingers for dexterity.
- The gloves' fingers were reinforced for protection.
3
a length or breadth approximately equal to that of a human finger, used as a measure
- Add two fingers of water to the pot.
- The craftsman measured a finger of dough.
- The sailor noted the depth as three fingers.
- Pour a finger of whiskey into the glass.
- The carpenter cut the wood to a finger's width.
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