Finger — meaning in English

English meaning

• digit noun Any of the ten Arabic numerals (0–9), or a single symbol in a number system.
• digital adjective Using or storing information as discrete numerical values rather than a continuous signal, as computers do.
• finger noun One of the five slender parts extending from the hand, used for touching, holding, and grasping.

Senses

Finger is used for these senses in English:

• digit (anatomy) A narrow extremity of the human hand or foot: a finger, thumb, or toe.
• digital Having to do with digits (fingers or toes); especially, performed with a finger.
• finger (anatomy) A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb.

digit — full definition

1. noun Any of the ten Arabic numerals (0–9), or a single symbol in a number system.
2. noun A finger or toe.

digital — full definition

1. adjective Using or storing information as discrete numerical values rather than a continuous signal, as computers do.
2. adjective Relating to computers, the internet, or modern electronic technology generally.

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