noun
ladyfinger
Ladyfinger (noun) means a light, dry sponge biscuit made with egg, shaped like a long finger.
noun
1
A light, dry sponge biscuit made with egg, shaped like a long finger.
"Ladyfingers soaked in liqueur are the base of tiramisu, but I suppose you could just cut up a sponge cake instead."
2
A small variety of banana.
3
A small type of firework that makes a bang.
"Grandpa would give each of the kids a strip of ladyfingers to light on New Year's Day."
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Etymology
Formed from lady and finger.
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What is the meaning of ladyfinger?
"ladyfinger" (noun) means a light, dry sponge biscuit made with egg, shaped like a long finger.
What are the different meanings of ladyfinger?
"ladyfinger" has 3 main meanings: 1. A light, dry sponge biscuit made with egg, shaped like a long finger; 2. A small variety of banana; 3. A small type of firework that makes a bang.
