forefinger
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of forefinger
First recorded in 1400–50, forefinger is from the late Middle English word forefyngure. See fore-, finger
Example Sentences
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Two weeks later, Hess held his thumb and forefinger in the shape of an “L” to his forehead after his first qualifying run.
From Los Angeles Times
Mustaine says, rubbing a forefinger over his black knit cap that hides his leonine locks.
From Los Angeles Times
Jonah glared at his sister; he pressed his thumb and forefinger together and drew them across his lips, the universal sign for Shut up!
From Literature
"I agree," said Specimen, pushing up his thick glasses with a long, grubby forefinger.
From Literature
He made a heart with his forefinger and thumb and the video ended.
From Literature
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