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thimble

noun

1 thimble

As much as a thimble will hold.

synonym: thimbleful.

Roget 717: defense, protection, guard, ward; shielding etc. v.; propugnation, preservation etc. 670; guardianship.    area defense; ... show more

Roget 191: receptacle; inclosure etc. 232; recipient, receiver, reservatory.    compartment; cell, cellule; follicle; hole, corner, niche, ... show more

Dutch: vingerhoed
Polish: naparstek

2 thimble

A small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container.

Dutch: kous, vingerhoed
Polish: naparstek


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