CEFR B1

thumb

noun

Meaning

The short, thick, first finger of the human hand, located at the side of the palm.

Examples

He couldn't grip the bat properly with his thumb.
She used her thumb to turn the page.

Synonyms: digit, forefinger, hand

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thumb (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /θʌm/

Definition

The short, thick, first finger of the human hand, located at the side of the palm.

Examples

He couldn't grip the bat properly with his thumb.
She used her thumb to turn the page.

How to Use thumb

thumb through (phrasal verb): To quickly flip through the pages of a book or magazine. — "He thumbed through the old photo album."
thumb your nose at (idiom): To show contempt or disrespect for someone or something. — "He thumbed his nose at the rules and did what he wanted."

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