unique-fingered
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/juːˈniːk ˈfɪŋɡərd/
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/juːˈniːk ˈfɪŋɡəd/
distinctive fingers
Etymology
The term 'unique-fingered' is a compound word formed from 'unique' and 'fingered'. 'Unique' originates from Latin 'unicus', meaning 'only one of its kind', and 'fingered' is derived from Old English 'finger', meaning 'digit'.
'Unique' evolved from Latin 'unicus' through Old French 'unique', while 'fingered' remained largely unchanged from Old English 'finger'.
The term 'unique-fingered' has consistently referred to having distinctively different fingers since its inception.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having fingers that are distinctively different from others, either in appearance or function.
The pianist was known for his unique-fingered technique.
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Last updated: 2025/07/02 14:53