A radiologic sign found on a lateral C-spine radiograph, with a thickened free edge of the epiglottis resembling the distal thumb, that suggests a diagnosis of epiglottitis.

thumbs upnoun

A gesture signifying approval or okay; a thumb pointing up out of a fist.

thumbs-downverb

To disapprove with a thumbs-down sign.

thumbsbreadthnoun

The width of a thumb, as a unit of measure.

thumbscrewnoun

A screw that is designed to be turned with the thumb and fingers, thus requiring no screwdriver or spanner (wrench).

thumbshotnoun

A thumbnail snapshot of an electronic document.

thumbstallnoun

A utensil, consisting of a plate or boss with small depressions, used to push a needle by the action of the thumb; thimble

thumbsticknoun

A small joystick, generally part of a larger game controller, that can be operated with the thumb.

thumbstrokenoun

a stroke of the strings (of a guitar for example) made with the thumb

thumbsuckernoun

Someone who sucks their thumb.

thumbsuckingnoun

The act of sucking one's thumb.

thumbtacknoun

A small nail-like tack with a slightly rounded head that can be pressed into place with light pressure from the thumb; used for hanging light articles on a wall or noticeboard.

thumbtipnoun

Alternative form of thumb tip.

thumbwheelnoun

A small thumb or finger-operated wheel on a mechanical or electronic device.

thumbynoun

A little thumb; diminutive term for thumb.

Thumleimaname

An ancient Meitei goddess of salt and salt brines. She is a daughter of the god Salailen.

Thummaname

A surname.

thumpnoun

A blow that produces a muffled sound.

thump-cushionnoun

A boisterous, impassioned preacher.

thumpernoun

One who thumps.

thumpingadj

Exceptional in some degree.

thumpinglyadv

With thumping noises.

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