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fingernail

[ fing-ger-neyl ]

noun

  1. the nail at the end of a finger.
  2. Printing. a parenthesis.


fingernail

/ ˈ´Úɪŋɡəˌ²Ô±ðɪ±ô /

noun

  1. a thin horny translucent plate covering part of the dorsal surface of the end joint of each finger ungualungular
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of fingernail1

Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; finger, nail
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The specimen also preserves the first keratinous sheath of a therizinosaur, an element that covers the claw much like human fingernails, aiding defence, movement, or prey catching.

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He sliced Juan’s palm and stuck the blade under his fingernails.

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A man who murdered an 86-year-old widow 12 years ago has been sentenced to life imprisonment, after a re-examination of DNA evidence from his victim's fingernails led to his conviction.

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After her death, bloodied fingernail clippings were taken from Una's body and stored.

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Reminiscent of his opinions about Freddie Freeman for showing inner emotion about leaving Atlanta and his negativity towards a teenage Caleb Williams for decorating his fingernails.

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