English · Phrasal verb Attested

thumb down

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

Rare form of thumbs down.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Exploiting a member's indecision are lobbyists who station themselves outside the House and Senate chambers and signal members with a thumb up or a thumb down.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Topics: Hands

Common questions

What does “thumb down” mean?

Rare form of thumbs down.

Is “thumb down” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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