finger-stall

A nurse puts a clean finger-stall on her index finger.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A protective covering for a finger: "finger-stall" refers to a sheath or cover worn over a finger, typically to protect an injury or to guard against external elements.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The nurse placed a finger-stall over his bandaged finger to keep it clean. (A protective covering worn on the finger.)
  • She used a leather finger-stall while sewing to prevent needle pricks. (A guard for the finger during manual work.)

Advanced Usage

• "to wear a finger-stall": to use a protective covering on a finger.
  • After the cut, he had to wear a finger-stall for a week. (He used a sheath to protect the wound.)

Variants and Related Words

• Finger (n): one of the five digits of the hand.
  • He pointed with his finger. (A digit on the hand.)
• Stall (n): a stand, booth, or compartment; also a protective covering (as in "thumb-stall").
  • The market stall sold vegetables. (A booth or stand.)

Synonyms

• Finger guard: a protective device for the finger.
• Finger sheath: a covering that fits over a finger.

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