Fingering

Fin·ger·ing

Fingering

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.