Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pinkey

noun
/ˈpɪnki/
Definition
A small finger on the hand, typically the one farthest from the thumb.
Examples
  • She held the cup carefully with her pinkey extended.
  • The child raised her pinkey to make a pinky promise.
Meaning
The pinky finger is used in various activities, such as grasping or holding objects, though it is often the least used of all fingers.
Synonyms
  • little finger
  • pinky