finger's breadth (Meaning)

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finger's breadth (n)

the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure

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The old woman's fingers were so thin that her wedding ring was a finger's breadth too loose.
The boy's fingers were so short that he could barely reach an octave on the piano, even stretching his fingers a finger's breadth.
The seamstress adjusted the hem of the dress, taking in a finger's breadth at the waist to achieve the perfect fit.
The chef meticulously sliced the cucumber into paper-thin rounds, each no more than a finger's breadth thick.
The carpenter measured the width of the board with his thumb and forefinger, determining it was a finger's breadth too narrow for the project.
The artist used a small brush, no wider than a finger's breadth, to add fine details to the painting.
The doctor examined the patient's pupils, noting that they were dilated to a finger's breadth, indicating a possible neurological issue.
The watchmaker used a loupe to examine the tiny gears and springs, his fingers moving with a deftness that belied the delicate nature of the work, all within a finger's breadth.
The gardener carefully spaced the seeds in the soil, placing them a finger's breadth apart to ensure they would have enough room to grow.
The tailor adjusted the length of the pants, taking in a finger's breadth at the hem to create a more tailored look.

the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The old woman's fingers were so thin that her wedding ring was a finger's breadth too loose.

The boy's fingers were so short that he could barely reach an octave on the piano, even stretching his fingers a finger's breadth.

The seamstress adjusted the hem of the dress, taking in a finger's breadth at the waist to achieve the perfect fit.

The chef meticulously sliced the cucumber into paper-thin rounds, each no more than a finger's breadth thick.