Word FINGER: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

finger

🇺🇸 [ˈfɪŋɡər]

Meanings

A finger is one of the five extremities on the hand, used for grasping and manipulating objects. It can also refer to the part of a glove corresponding to each digit. The word is often used in idiomatic expressions and body language.

Examples

• She pointed with her finger to show where the event would take place.
• He injured his finger while working on the project.
• Place your finger on the button to start the machine.

Synonyms

digit • thumb • index

Antonyms

thumb • palm • hand