thumby
2 synonyms for thumby, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small thumb, or an affectionate word for a thumb.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from thumb and the diminutive suffix -y/-ie.
Full origin of thumby →