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/ˈθʌm/
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Meaning of Thumb
“thumb” is one syllable.
- Noun
- The shortest and thickest digit of the hand that for humans has the most mobility and can be made to oppose (moved to touch) all of the other fingers.
- Verb
- To touch or cover with the thumb.“to thumb the touch-hole of a cannon”
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