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Noun: thimble  thim-bul
  1. A small metal cap to protect the finger while sewing; can be used as a small container
     
  2. As much as a thimble will hold
    - thimbleful

Derived forms: thimbles

Type of: cap, container, containerful

Encyclopedia: Thimble