fingernails Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition plural noun. the hard protective coverings on the tips of fingers. Example Sentence The woman had long fingernails. More Example Sentences She painted her fingernails bright red. Synonyms nails; claws; talons Antonyms hair Hear It! Say It! Write It! fingernails Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: