slender-fingered
|slen-der-fin-gered|
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/ˈslɛndər ˈfɪŋɡərd/
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/ˈslɛndə ˈfɪŋɡəd/
thin, elegant fingers
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slender-fingered' originates from the combination of 'slender' and 'fingered', where 'slender' meant 'thin or narrow' and 'fingered' referred to having fingers of a certain type.
Historical Evolution
'slender' changed from Old English 'slinder' and 'fingered' from Old English 'fingered', eventually becoming the modern English word 'slender-fingered'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having thin fingers', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having long, thin fingers.
The pianist was known for her slender-fingered hands, which allowed her to play complex pieces with ease.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 12:54