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单词 fine-fingered
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Definition of fine-fingered in English:

fine-fingered

adjective ˌfʌɪnˈfɪŋɡəd
  • 1Delicate in nature or constitution; dainty, fastidious.

  • 2Deft or skilful with the hands; dexterous, nimble-fingered; light-fingered. Formerly in extended use: †given to cheating or stealing; dishonest; compare "light-fingered" (obsolete).

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Miles Coverdale (1488–1569), Bible translator and bishop of Exeter. From fine + fingered.

Definition of fine-fingered in US English:

fine-fingered

adjectiveˌfʌɪnˈfɪŋɡəd
  • 1Delicate in nature or constitution; dainty, fastidious.

  • 2Deft or skilful with the hands; dexterous, nimble-fingered; light-fingered. Formerly in extended use: †given to cheating or stealing; dishonest; compare "light-fingered" (obsolete).

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in Miles Coverdale (1488–1569), Bible translator and bishop of Exeter. From fine + fingered.

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