Synonyms for thumb

Other words for “thumb”, grouped by meaning.

We found 11 synonyms for “thumb”. The most common are pollex, ovolo, quarter round, hitchhike, hitch.

noun the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb

Synonymspollex

noun a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse

verb travel by getting free rides from motorists

verb look through a book or other written material

verb feel or handle with the fingers

Synonymsfinger

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University