green fingers
English
Etymology
Popularized by British gardener and radio/TV broadcaster Cecil Henry Middleton. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.
Pronunciation
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Noun
green fingers pl (plural only)
- (idiomatic, informal) A seemingly natural gardening ability.
- 2008 August 29, David Adam, “Environment: Johnson unveils secret weapon in war on climate change - the roof garden”, in The Guardian:
- To some they are a rural escape in the centre of the city, to others they are a chance to test their green fingers and design skills. Now London mayor Boris Johnson has found a new use for urban roof gardens—as a key weapon on the front line against global warming.
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Synonyms
- green thumb (US)
Derived terms
- green-fingered
- have green fingers
Related terms
- butterfingers
Translations
natural gardening ability — see green thumb