ring finger

noun

: the third finger especially of the left hand counting the index finger as the first

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The tennis star, 44, wore a pink suit comprised of a low-cut blazer that revealed a bit of cleavage, as well as a simple band on her left ring finger. Michelle Lee, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025 Chalamet, who is in the running for an Academy Award for the Bob Dylan biopic, was wearing his ring on a chain around his neck, while Jenner appeared to be wearing hers on her right ring finger. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025 Editor's tip: For a smokier effect, gently blend it with your ring finger right after application—its lighter touch makes for a seamless smudge. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 17 Feb. 2025 To apply the cream, Hartman recommends tapping a small amount under the eye area, then gently rubbing it in using the ring finger. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ring finger

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ring finger was before the 12th century

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“Ring finger.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ring%20finger. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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ring finger

noun
: the third finger of the left hand counting the index finger as the first
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