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little finger
noun
: the fourth and smallest finger of the hand counting the index finger as the first
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Jesus’ left hand is poised to caress his mom’s little finger, just as any baby might do.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
This simple tabletop night-light features a control panel that’s easy to navigate, even for little fingers.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 10 Aug. 2024
Even when guarded by plastic shields, curious little fingers will inevitably attempt to reach inside, so the foam gives me peace of mind.
—Emily Hochberg, Parents, 11 July 2024
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This little piano plays music, lights up, and has plenty of buttons for little fingers to press.
—Ashley Ziegler, Parents, 8 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of little finger was
before the 12th century
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“Little finger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/little%20finger. Accessed 25 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
little finger
noun
: the fourth and smallest finger of the hand counting the index finger as the first
Medical Definition
little finger
noun
: the fourth and smallest finger of the hand counting the index finger as the first
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