ladyfinger

[ ley-dee-fing-ger ]

noun

1. a small, finger-shaped sponge cake.

ladyfinger

/ ˈleɪdɪˌfɪŋɡə /

noun

1. a small finger-shaped sponge cake

Word History and Origins

Origin of ladyfinger¹

First recorded in 1660–70; lady + finger

Example Sentences

Remove from the oven and take from the paper by slipping a sharp knife under each ladyfinger.

From Project Gutenberg

With the aid of a spoon, as illustrated, fill the ladyfinger mixture into a pastry bag containing a plain pastry tube.

From Project Gutenberg

Both simultaneously offered their cakes, and Nora took a ladyfinger from each.

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