Definition of little finger
: the fourth and smallest finger of the hand counting the index finger as the first
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Also a combination of planticular locomotion, hind feet that can swivel, and extremely creepy/dextrous little fingers.
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The San Francisco Giants ace broke the little finger on his pitching hand when fielding a comebacker in spring training.
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Who knows what kinds of diseases 6-year-olds carry on their grubby little fingers?
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President Donald Trump’s tiny little fingers kept imposing on Melania’s hand space, and her hand was not here for it.
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And shame on you for wagging your judgemental little fingers at IVF - a miracle that has allowed legions of loving people, both straight and gay, to fulfil their dream of having children.
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How about christening a mojito with a little finger lime juice?
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Making the signature gesture of the Texas Longhorn football team, a clenched fist with the index finger and little finger extended.
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The journalists asked if the girls could wrap Papa around their little fingers.
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First Known Use of little finger
before 12th century
LITTLE FINGER Defined for English Language Learners
little finger
Definition of little finger for English Language Learners
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: the finger that is farthest from your thumb
LITTLE FINGER Defined for Kids
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Definition of little finger for Students
: the shortest finger of the hand farthest from the thumb
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little finger
medical Definition of little finger
: the fourth and smallest finger of the hand counting the index finger as the first
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