thimble

Definition

  • noun: a small metal or plastic cap used in sewing to protect the finger that pushes the needle
  • noun: a pitted cap or cover worn on the finger to push the needle in sewing

Movie quotes

  • (..) What? Don't you know you drove everybody mad? Shh. Don't talk. You speak so many bloody languages... and you never want to talk. - You're wearing the thimble. - Of course. You idiot. l always wear it. l've always worn it. l've always loved you. lt's so cold. (..)
    1996 The English Patient