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In Western culture, the finger (as in giving someone the finger or the bird), also known as the finger wave, the middle finger, flipping someone off, or flicking someone off, is an obscene hand gesture, often meaning the phrases "up yours", "fuck off" ("screw off") or "fuck you" ("screw you") . It is performed by showing the back of a closed fist that has only the middle finger extended upwards. Extending the finger is considered a universal symbol of contempt.
The gesture dates back to Ancient Rome, and was also used in Ancient Greece. In recent times, the gesture has gained increased acceptance, and has been used increasingly by celebrities. However, many still view the gesture as obscene.