thumb
Translation
thumb
Examples
He hit his thumb with the hammer.
He hit his thumb with the hammer.
She gave me a thumbs-up.
She gave me a thumbs-up.
Grammar Patterns
((one's)) thumb the short, thick finger on the side of your hand He hit his thumb with the hammer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (no direct synonyms)
Etymology
From Old English 'þūma', from a Proto-Germanic root meaning 'thick' or 'stout'.
Memory Tips
The thumb is the 'thickest' finger. The 'b' is silent.