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The Latin word for thumb is
pollex





thumb



Translations for thumb and their definitions

pollex
     1. n. thumb
     2. n. great toe
     3. n. a unit of distance, equivalent to approximately 24.6 mm; one uncia (see also: Ancient Roman units of measurement)
     4. n. seal (insignia)


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