Synonyms

ring finger

American

noun

the finger next to the little finger, especially of the left hand, on which an engagement ring or wedding band is traditionally worn.

ring finger British

noun

the third finger, esp of the left hand, on which a wedding ring is traditionally worn

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Etymology

Origin of ring finger

before 1000; Middle English, Old English

Example Sentences

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He took a ring from his finger, and gently placed it on the ring finger of her left hand.

From Literature

As the shoot unfolds, Clyde can be found affectionately rubbing Hayley’s hand, gently playing with the wedding band on her ring finger.

From Los Angeles Times

A white gold ring with a single diamond on his ring finger glittered in the light.

From Los Angeles Times

This measure compares the length of the index finger to the ring finger, a relationship called the 2D:4D ratio.

From Science Daily

Ironically, considering her profession, she is missing her left ring finger, a loss that is noted several times but cannily goes unexplained.

From The Wall Street Journal

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