thumbhole

/ˈθʌmbhoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A hole at the end of a guitar neck, typically to adjust the pitch or to facilitate playing with the thumb.

“The musician adjusted the guitar’s thumbhole to get the perfect sound.”

2. noun

A small hole or opening in a solid object, especially for a finger or thumb to fit through.

“The designer created a thumbhole in the wooden door to make it easier to open.”

Synonyms

  • access hole
  • guitar neck hole

Antonyms

  • barrier
  • solid block