finger — meaning in English

English meaning

• digit noun Any of the ten Arabic numerals (0–9), or a single symbol in a number system.
• 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.
• finger (anatomy) A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb.
• jet bridge (aviation) An elevated corridor connecting an airport to a plane, usually enclosed and used for disembarking and embarking passengers and crew.

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.

finger — full definition

1. noun One of the five slender parts extending from the hand, used for touching, holding, and grasping.
2. verb To identify or blame someone, especially to the authorities.
3. verb To touch, poke, or feel something with the fingers.

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