finger paint

noun

: paint with a jellylike consistency meant to be applied with fingers or hands instead of a brush
finger paints for the kindergarten classroom

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Some classroom materials may contain hidden food allergens such as play dough with wheat or finger paints that contain milk proteins. — Dr. Sonja O'Leary, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026 This assortment of vivid finger paints will satisfy your toddler’s penchant for painting. — Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025 These bright, bold finger paints lets 2-year-olds get hands-on and creative, while easily washing off the paint when the fun is done. — Shanna Shipin, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2024 Meanwhile, celebrity makeup artist Kanako Takase opted for finger paint and bold eyelashes. — Larry Stansbury, Essence, 10 Sep. 2024 Outerwear had a cave man hairiness and mini dresses were covered in finger paint swirls. — Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2024

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“Finger paint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finger%20paint. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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