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thin  (classifier g)

Note:  The handshape for this sign is a "G."  The "G" handshape is often used as a classifier to represent things that are thin.  

The general sign for thin:


Side view:


You can also use the "g" handshape as a classifier to specify the size and shape of things.

For example, you could use the following sign to show the thinness of a picture frame, a book, a piece of wood, etc.




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