long finger

The term "long finger" can refer to both a specific finger on the human hand and an idiomatic expression used in Ireland.

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Definition

A2Anatomy

(general)The longest finger on the human hand, typically the third finger from the thumb.

Example

She wore a ring on her long finger.

B2Idiomatic

(informal, Ireland)To delay or postpone something.

Example

He put the project on the long finger, and now the deadline is looming.

C1Finance

(informal, Ireland)Hire purchase or credit.

Example

They bought the new furniture on the long finger.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "long finger":

big finger first finger middle finger fat finger fourth finger third finger cold finger devil's finger finger fuck long arm trigger finger five-finger exercise finger fan sticky fingers itchy trigger finger one-finger salute extend one's hand give the finger