FINGERING

Definitions

1. 1. The act or process of handling or touching with the fingers. The mere sight and fingering of money. Grew.
2. 2. The manner of using the fingers in playing or striking the keys of an instrument of music; movement or management of the fingers in playing on a musical instrument, in typewriting, etc.
3. 3. The marking of the notes of a piece of music to guide or regulate the action or use of the fingers.
4. 4. Delicate work made with the fingers. Spenser.