pinky

¹

[ ping-kee ]

noun

, plural pink·ies.

1. pink ³.

pinky

²

[ ping-kee ]

noun

, plural pink·ies.

1. pinkie ¹.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pinky¹

1830–40; < Dutch pinkie, dialectal variant of pinkje, diminutive of pink pink ³

Example Sentences

The hand gesture most closely associated with surf culture, shaka is formed by making a fist with the thumb and pinky fingers extended.

From Los Angeles Times

He had the pinky on his left hand bandaged due to a fall in his quarterfinal win over Taylor Fritz, after which he said he “tore a capsule” and that his finger was “crooked.”

From Seattle Times

He was all smiles as slipped the ring on his right pinky finger and held it up for the crowd to see.

From Los Angeles Times

He flashed his pinkies to reveal silver nail polish.

From Los Angeles Times

Some say the only requirement is an extended pinky and thumb.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• claw
• index finger
• ring finger
• thumb