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Thumbhole Definition & Meaning

thumbhole
noun
  1. the hole in a woodwind that is closed and opened with the thumb
  2. a finger hole made to fit the thumb (as in a bowling ball)

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Frequently asked questions

What does thumbhole mean?
the hole in a woodwind that is closed and opened with the thumb a finger hole made to fit the thumb (as in a bowling ball)
What part of speech is thumbhole?
Thumbhole is a noun.
How many definitions does thumbhole have?
Thumbhole has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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