\Fin"ger*ing\, n.
1. The act or process of handling or touching with the
   fingers.
         The mere sight and fingering of money. --Grew.
2. The manner of using the fingers in playing or striking the
   keys of an instrument of music; movement or management of
   the fingers in playing on a musical instrument, in
   typewriting, etc.
3. The marking of the notes of a piece of music to guide or
   regulate the action or use of the fingers.
4. Delicate work made with the fingers. --Spenser.