fingernail
What is another word for fingernail? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The hard, flat covering at the tip of a finger.
We haven't recorded synonyms for fingernail yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use fingernail
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bite one's fingernails
chipped fingernail
Etymology
A straightforward compound of finger and nail, going back to Old English forms with the same meaning.
Full origin of fingernail →Frequently asked questions
What does “fingernail” mean?
The word “fingernail” means the hard, flat covering at the tip of a finger. In plain terms, the hard covering on the end of a finger.
How do you pronounce “fingernail”?
“Fingernail” is pronounced FIHNGG-nayl (/ˈfɪŋɡɚˌneɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “fingernail” in a sentence?
Here is “fingernail” used in a sentence: “She painted her fingernails a bright red.”
What part of speech is “fingernail”?
“Fingernail” is a noun.
Where does the word “fingernail” come from?
The word “fingernail” comes from Old English. A straightforward compound of finger and nail, going back to Old English forms with the same meaning.
