thumbpiece
noun
1
: an appendage to a handle (as of a vessel) to afford a hold for the thumb
2
: a part designed to be operated by the thumb or thumb and fingers: such as
a
: a small inside knob for a night latch
b
: a small knob or button to operate a catch (as on a bracelet)
3
dialectal
: a small amount of food
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“Thumbpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thumbpiece. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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