middle finger

The 'middle finger' refers both to a part of the human hand and a widely recognized obscene gesture.

Definition

A2Anatomy

The third digit of a human hand, located between the index finger and the ring finger.

B2Gestures

(informal, offensive)An obscene gesture made by extending the middle digit upwards while keeping the other fingers bent, used to express contempt or anger.

Example

  • He gave the driver the middle finger after being cut off in traffic.
  • The celebrity faced backlash for showing the middle finger during the live broadcast.

Similar

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

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