index finger

/ˌɪnˈdɛks ˈfɪŋgər/
/ˈɪndɛks ˈfɪŋgə/
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Other forms: index fingers

Definitions of index finger
  1. noun
    the finger next to the thumb
    synonyms: forefinger, index
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    type of:
    finger
    any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb)
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