Definition of "fingering" []

• The technique used in playing a musical instrument with the fingers. (noun)
• The indication on a musical score of which fingers are to be used in playing. (noun)

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• "His innovations in fingering, his use of the pedals, and his general treatment of the keyboard were hightly influential."
• "Ishbel in fingering (Malabrigo Sock Indiecita) or DK (Manos Silk Blend Hibiscus)?"
• "Now, don’t get me wrong: It is typically entertaining Noro yarn, ranging (in fingering weight) from bloated, impertinent tufts of roving to stuff as skinny as super-fine dental floss."