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finger bowl a small bowl of water used at the table to rinse the fingers following a meal.
finger painting the application of paint with the fingers, hands, or forearms, rather than with a brush, to create a picture or design. [2 definitions]
first finger the finger next to the thumb; forefinger; index finger.
give someone the finger (slang) to express anger or contempt by extending the middle finger upward.
index finger the finger between the thumb and the longest finger. The index finger is the finger most often used for pointing.
lift a finger to make an effort to help or do work.
little finger the finger farthest from the thumb; pinkie.
middle finger the finger that is the longest and mid-most of one's hand.
ring finger the third finger of the hand, especially the left hand, on which an engagement, wedding, or similar ring is traditionally worn.
trigger finger the finger used to pull the trigger of a gun, usu. the index finger.