Fingernail

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Fingernail

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

FING-ger-nail  /ˈfɪŋɡəneɪl/

Definition

The flattened, hardened plate of keratin at the tip of each finger.

Plain meaning

The hard protective plate covering the upper surface of each fingertip — made of the same protein as hair.

Register

Neutral. Standard in everyday speech, medical contexts, and beauty and personal care industries.