Meaning of 'Fingers and thumbs'
What does the saying 'Fingers and thumbs' mean?
Idiom: Fingers and thumbs
Meaning:
If you are all fingers and thumbs, you are being clumsy and not very skilled with your hands.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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