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Dead-Man's Fingers

Noun (Plural: Dead-Men's Fingers)

Definition: Dead-Man's Fingers refers to a type of marine organism that belongs to the coral family Alcyoniidae. It is characterized by a branching and finger-like structure, exhibiting shades of brown, orange, and yellow. The name stems from its resemblance to the bony and skeletal appearance of human fingers.

Example Sentence: The snorkelers were mesmerized by the vibrant colors of the Dead-Man's Fingers they encountered while exploring the coral reef.

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Plural noun (No singular form)

Definition: Dead-Men's Fingers is an idiom used to describe cold, lifeless hands, especially as a reference to those of a deceased person.

Example Sentence: The chilling touch of the dead-men's fingers made her scream in terror as she wandered through the haunted house.

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Adjective

Definition: Dead-Man's Fingers, when used as an adjective, refers to something lifeless, inanimate, or lacking vitality.

Example Sentence: The abandoned amusement park stood as a dead-man's fingers monument to a forgotten era of joy and laughter.

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