English Explanatory Dictionary

forefinger

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The index finger: the first finger next to the thumb.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːˌfɪŋ.ɡə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-forefinger.wav /ˈfɔɹˌfɪŋ.ɡɚ/

Word forms

forefinger forefingers

Etymology

Mid-15th century, from Middle English forefynger; equivalent to fore- + finger.

Synonyms

index finger
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