fingered
(adjective)
ˈfɪŋɡərd
Definitions
-
Having fingers of a specified kind or number.
Anointed by fate, each digit tells a tale, casting shadows in twilight's embrace.Example: The figure was a long-fingered silhouette in the dim light.
-
Played on a musical instrument with specified fingering.
Melodies whispered through caressing touch, where fingers dance upon ivory plains.Example: The piece was fingered for piano.
-
To have been identified or accused, usually of a crime.
Marked by the silent hand of suspicion, a tangled web where truth and mystery meet.Example: He was fingered as the one who had stolen the car.
Origin
Derived from the word 'finger', which comes from Old English 'finger', related to Dutch 'vinger' and German 'Finger'.
Synonyms
accused, identified, handled
Antonyms
innocent, absolved, unidentified