Thumb
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British pronunciation/θˈʌm/
American pronunciation/ˈθəm/

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "thumb"

01

the thick finger that has a different position than the other four

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thumb definition and meaning

What is "thumb"?

The thumb is the first digit of the hand, located on the side opposite the fingers. It is characterized by its ability to oppose the other fingers, allowing for precision gripping and manipulation. The thumb plays a crucial role in fine motor skills, such as writing, picking up small objects, and performing intricate tasks. It provides stability and strength to the hand, enabling a wide range of movements and dexterity. The thumb's unique structure and mobility are essential for everyday activities and tool usage. Understanding the anatomy and function of the thumb is important for hand coordination, grip strength, and overall hand functionality.

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The baby grasped his mother 's thumb with a tight grip.
She twirled the pen around her thumb absentmindedly.
She accidentally cut her thumb while chopping vegetables.
02

the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb

03

a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse

to thumb
01

to press, move, or manipulate something using the thumb

Transitive: to thumb sth
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The musician had to thumb the strings of the guitar to produce a specific chord.
In a rush, she had to thumb the keypad to send a quick text message.
To find the right channel, she had to thumb the remote control while sitting on the couch.
02

to get a free ride from passing vehicles by signaling with one's thumb

Transitive: to thumb a ride
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With no money for a cab, he had to thumb his way to the airport for his flight.
She had never thumbed a ride before, but she was desperate to get to the job interview on time.
After missing the last bus, she had to thumb a ride from the gas station.
03

to flip through pages using one's thumb

Transitive: to thumb pages
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The librarian thumbed the pages of the book, checking for any damages or missing pages.
He thumbed the pages of his notebook, reviewing his lecture notes.
He thumbed the brochure, skimming through the information about the upcoming events.
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The baby grasped his mother's thumb with a tight grip.
She twirled the pen around her thumb absentmindedly.
She accidentally cut her thumb while chopping vegetables.
He pressed his thumb against the fingerprint scanner to unlock his phone.
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