ring finger

noun

: the third finger especially of the left hand counting the index finger as the first

Examples of ring finger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Jacob Bethell is expected to be fit to feature in the first Test next week despite picking up an injury to his left ring finger while playing in the Indian Premier League for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. —Paul Newman, New York Times, 27 May 2026

So, define the parts as best as possible, and pat in the product with your ring finger or middle finger. —Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 22 May 2026

The longtime couple's status was thrust into the spotlight again in January 2025, when Zendaya walked the red carpet at the Golden Globes wearing a diamond on her ring finger. —Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026

When her body was discovered, several fingers were missing, including her left ring finger, which allegedly had Burke’s name tattooed on it. —Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for ring finger

• forefinger
• linger

Kids Definition

ring finger

noun

: the third finger of the left hand counting the index finger as the first