fingertip

American  

[fing-ger-tip] / ˈfɪŋ gərˌtɪp /

noun

1. the tip or end of a finger.

2. a covering used to protect the end joint of a finger.

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adjective

1. extending to the fingertips, as a coat, veil, etc..

   a fingertip jacket.

idioms

1. at one's fingertips,

   1. close at hand; easily or immediately available.

   2. at one's command or disposal, as recall of factual information.

      He has the answer at his fingertips.

2. to one's fingertips,  thoroughly; perfectly.

   She was a politician to her fingertips.

fingertip British  

/ ˈfɪŋɡəˌtɪp /

noun

1. the end joint or tip of a finger

2. another term for fingerstall

3. readily available and within one's mental grasp

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Etymology

Origin of fingertip

First recorded in 1835–45; finger + tip ¹

Example Sentences

Working on a thick sheet of glass, she uses the blade from a utility knife to work the glue into the paper and smooths it out on the surface with her fingertips.

From Barron's

One problem: Mexico does not produce most of the electronic parts used in car assembly -- particularly for the dashboard screens that provide drivers with real-time navigation and music at their fingertips.

From Barron's

He must interpret complex graphs and tables that have been converted into braille, using only his fingertips.

From BBC

FAHMI: Yeah, we like the ability to tap in to your intention, I guess literally at your fingertips.

From The Wall Street Journal

In fact, one timely technique uses a surprising gold mine almost all lawn-owners have at their fingertips: leaves.

From The Wall Street Journal