peculiar-fingered
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/pɪˈkjuːliər ˈfɪŋɡərd/
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/pɪˈkjuːliə ˈfɪŋɡəd/
distinctive fingers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'peculiar-fingered' originates from the combination of 'peculiar,' meaning 'unusual or distinctive,' and 'fingered,' referring to the fingers.
Historical Evolution
The term 'peculiar' comes from the Latin word 'peculiaris,' meaning 'of one's own,' while 'fingered' is derived from the Old English 'finger,' meaning 'digit.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'peculiar' meant 'of one's own,' but over time it evolved to mean 'unusual or distinctive.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having fingers that are unusual or distinctive in appearance or function.
The peculiar-fingered pianist played with an unmatched style.
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Last updated: 2025/06/16 01:39