Ring finger

/rɪŋ ˈfɪŋgər/ noun

Definition

The finger next to your pinky where grown-ups sometimes wear special rings.

Etymology

Called 'ring finger' because this is where people traditionally wear wedding rings and other special rings.

Kelly Says

Your ring finger is the special finger where grown-ups wear pretty rings! It's next to your pinky and helps your hand grab and hold things, even without any rings on it.

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