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noun
MusicA technique for playing a guitar, banjo, etc., by plucking the strings with the fingers instead of with a plectrum.
adjective
MusicDesignating a technique for playing a guitar, banjo, etc., by plucking the strings with the fingers instead of with a plectrum; that plays, or is played, using this technique; of or relating to this technique.
adverb
MusicWith reference to the playing of a guitar, banjo, etc.: by plucking the strings with the fingers instead of with a plectrum.
Origin
1920s; earliest use found in Music Trades. From finger + style.
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