long finger

English

Etymology

From Middle English longe fyngyr, longue finguer.

Pronunciation

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Noun

long finger (plural long fingers)

1. The middle finger.
2. (idiomatic, Ireland) A state of postponement or procrastination.
3. (idiomatic, Ireland) Hire purchase or credit.

   Jim tries to look flash, but he buys everything on the long finger.

See also

• drag one's feet