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noun

digit, organ of touch, tactile member, forefinger, thumb, index finger, ring finger, pinkie, extremity, pointer, feeler, antenna, tentacle, claw.

have a finger in the pie*

participate, join, be a part of; see participate 1, share 2.

keep one's fingers crossed*

wish, hope for the best, pray for; see hope.

lift a finger

make an effort, endeavor, exert oneself, help out; see help 1, try 1.

put one's finger on*

indicate, ascertain, identify, pinpoint; see discover.

put the finger on*

inform on, turn in, spy on; see betray 1, inform 2.

verb

To feel
handle, touch, manipulate; see feel 1.
*To specify or inform against
point out, name, put the finger on*; see designate 1, inform 2.

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