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Thimble

Verb / ˈθɪmbʌl / Another word for thimble — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A thimble is a small, protective cap worn on the finger to push the needle while sewing.

Synonyms & similar words

thimbleful

Example sentences

  1. I dropped the thimble on the floor while sewing.
  2. She used a thimble to push the needle through the fabric.
  3. My grandmother taught me how to use a thimble when sewing.
  4. The thimble protected her finger from getting pricked by the needle.
  5. I need to buy a new thimble for my sewing projects.

Quotes

  • "A thimbleful of knowledge is better than an ocean of ignorance." - Arabian Proverb
  • "A thimbleful of red is redder than a bucketful." - Henri Matisse
  • "I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a thimble." - Ogden Nash

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