Finger/ˈfɪŋɡər/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Countable Noun Use 'finger' as a countable noun when referring to any of the five digits. She broke her little finger. Pro Tip 2/3Physical Gesture 'Finger' can indicate direction or draw attention when pointing at something. He pointed his finger at the sign. Pro Tip 3/3Body Part Names Combine 'finger' with other words to name specific fingers, like 'index finger'. Place your thumb and index finger together.