finger drill en · NOUN
Etymology
From finger + drill (“an activity done as an exercise or practice”).
Meanings
- (US, derogatory, often) A simplified form of preparation for a task, in which a team verbally describes each portion of the task, counted sequentially (thus evoking a sense of "fingers"), rather than engaging in practice exercises or training.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| finger drills | Number=Plur | lexicographic |