THIMBLE


Meaning of THIMBLE in English

thim ‧ ble /ˈθɪmb ə l/ BrE AmE noun [countable]

[ Language: Old English ; Origin: thymel 'thumb-protector' , from thuma ; ⇨ ↑ thumb 1 ]

a small metal or plastic cap used to protect your finger when you are sewing

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