3. (Mus.) Marked with figures designating which finger should be used
for each note.
Fin"ger*er (?), n. One who fingers; a pilferer.
Fin"ger*ing, n. 1. The act or process of handling or touching with the
fingers.
The mere sight and fingering of money.
Grew.
2. The manner of using the fingers in playing or striking the keys of
an instrument of music; movement or management of the fingers in
playing on a musical instrument, in typewriting, etc.
3. The marking of the notes of a piece of music to guide or regulate
the action or use of the fingers.