nimetissõrmes

Nimetissõrmes refers to the ring finger, the fourth digit on the human hand, located between the middle finger and the little finger. It is typically the second-longest finger, although in some individuals, the index finger may be longer. The ring finger is so named due to its historical and cultural association with the wearing of rings, particularly wedding bands and engagement rings. In many Western cultures, the ring finger of the left hand is traditionally where these symbolic rings are placed.

The anatomy of the ring finger is similar to that of other fingers, consisting of three phalanges (proximal, middle, and distal) connected by interphalangeal joints, with the exception of the thumb and typically the index finger which have two phalanges. It is controlled by a complex network of tendons, muscles, and nerves that originate in the forearm and hand. While not as dexterous as the index finger or thumb, the ring finger plays a role in grasping and manipulating objects. Its length and position contribute to the overall stability and functionality of the hand. In some contexts, its length relative to the index finger has been studied in relation to prenatal hormone exposure.