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Definition of forefinger

forefinger

/ˈfɔːrˌfɪŋɡər/
fore · fin · ger
Plural:forefingers
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forefinger Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The finger next to the thumb; the first finger of the human hand, typically used for pointing.

Example

"The teacher tapped the chalk against the board with her forefinger to draw the students' attention."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'forfinger' (mid-15th century), formed from the prefix 'fore-' (meaning 'first' or 'in front') and 'finger' (from Old English 'finger').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Forefinger. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/forefinger
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