All Definitions for Finger
Below are all the dictionary definitions of finger:
1A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb.
2Similar or similar-looking extremities in other animals, particularly:
3The lower, smaller segment of an arthropod claw.
4One of the supporting structures of wings in birds, bats, etc. evolved from earlier toes or fingers.
5One of the slender bony structures before the pectoral fins of gurnards and sea robins (Triglidae).
6Something similar in shape to the human finger, particularly:
7Finger-shaped pieces of food.
8A tube extending from a sealed system, or sometimes into one in the case of a cold finger.
9Something similarly extending, (especially) from a larger body, particularly:
10Various protruding plant structures, as a banana from its hand.
11The projections of a reaper or mower which similarly separate the stalks for cutting.
12Synonym of jet bridge: the narrow elevated walkway connecting a plane to an airport.
13A leaf in a finger tree data structure.
14Something similar in function or agency to the human finger, (usually) with regard to touching, grasping, or pointing.
15That which points
16An indicator, as of guilt, blame, or suspicion.
17Various units of measure based or notionally based on the adult human finger, particularly
18An informal measure of alcohol based on its height in a given glass compared to the width of the pourer's fingers while holding it.
19A part of a glove intended to cover a finger.
20A person.
21An obscene or insulting gesture made by raising one's middle finger towards someone with the palm of one's hand facing inwards.
22Any of the individual receivers used in a rake receiver to decode signal components.
23An act of fingering (inserting a finger into someone's vagina or rectum for sexual pleasure).
24To identify or point out
25To blame for something.
26To report to or identify for the authorities
27To inform on.
28To poke, probe, feel, or fondle with a finger or fingers.
29To use the fingers to penetrate or sexually stimulate one's own or another person's vulva, vagina, or anus.
30To use specified finger positions in producing notes on a musical instrument.
31To provide instructions in written music as to which fingers are to be used to produce particular notes or passages.
32To query (a user's status) using the Finger protocol.
33Synonym of foxglove (D. purpurea).
34A lobe of the liver.
35The teeth parallel to the blade of a scythe, fitted to a wooden frame called a crade.
36Synonym of hand, the part of a clock pointing to the hour, minute, or second.
37A policeman or prison guard.
38An informer to the police, (especially) one who identifies a criminal during a lineup.
39A criminal who scouts for prospective victims and targets or who performs reconnaissance before a crime.
40Synonym of digit: former units of measure notionally based on its width but variously standardized, (especially) the English digit of ¹⁄₁₆ foot (about 1.9 cm).
41A unit of length notionally based on the length of an adult human's middle finger, standardized as 4½ inches (11.43 cm).
42Synonym of digit: ¹⁄₁₂ the observed diameter of the sun or moon, (especially) with regard to eclipses.
43Skill in the use of the fingers, as in playing upon a musical instrument.
44Someone skilled in the use of their fingers, (especially) a pickpocket.
45To steal
46To purloin.
47To execute, as any delicate work.
48A city in Tennessee.
49A surname.
50Clipping of finger pier (“a shorter, narrower pier projecting from a larger dock”). [A shorter, narrower pier projecting from a larger dock.]
About synonyms for finger
Finding the right synonym for finger helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb.", finger has 3 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Fingerbreadth is the most direct replacement in most situations. Digit works well in formal or professional contexts. Thumb is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for finger, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.