Finger Plate (Noun)
Meaning
A flat protective covering (on a door or wall etc) to prevent soiling by dirty fingers.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- A new finger plate was installed on the door to prevent smudges and fingerprints from building up.
- The finger plate on the wall next to the door needed cleaning every few days due to heavy use.
- The designer carefully selected a stylish finger plate to complement the rest of the decor.
- Some landlords were exempt from the building codes but all houses built now needed to install finger plates on the doors.
- The brass finger plate on the old door had oxidized over time, needing regular polishing.