little finger
Definition
Noun: * The smallest and outermost finger of the human hand: The "little finger" is the fifth and final digit, located on the outer edge of the hand opposite the thumb. It is typically the shortest and thinnest finger.
Usage
The term "little finger" is used to specifically identify the smallest finger. It is a common, concrete noun. * He wore a simple silver ring on his little finger. * She injured her little finger while playing basketball. * The baby gripped my little finger with its whole hand.
Advanced Usage
- "To have someone wrapped around one's little finger": To have complete control or influence over someone, often because they are infatuated or overly compliant.
- She has her father wrapped around her little finger; he gives her anything she wants.
Variants and Related Words
- Pinky (noun, informal): A common, chiefly North American synonym for "little finger."
- He raised his pinky while drinking tea.
- Fifth digit (noun, medical/anatomical): The formal anatomical term for the little finger.
Synonyms
- Pinky (informal)
- Fifth digit (anatomical)
- Minor finger (less common)
Idioms Related
- "Not to lift/raise a little finger": To make no effort whatsoever to help.
- He didn't lift a little finger to assist with the cleaning.
Noun
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the finger farthest from the thumb
