1. one of the five long parts at the end of each hand
2. a part of a glove that covers a finger
3. something that resembles a finger in shape

1. to touch or handle with the fingers
2. to identify or point out someone as guilty
Usage: informal

Examples

• She pointed with her index finger.
• The glove had a hole in the ring finger.
• He cut his finger while chopping vegetables.
• Fingers of light streamed through the window.
• Don’t finger the merchandise in the store.
• The witness fingered the suspect in the lineup.
• She wore a gold ring on her middle finger.
• The child learned to count on his fingers.