thong

noun
UK: /θɒŋ/
US: /θɔːŋ/

  1. A narrow strip of material, especially leather, used to fasten something or as part of a whip.

    1. He tightened the thong on his sandal.
    2. The cowboy cracked his whip, the thong whistling through the air with impressive precision.

  2. A type of underwear or swimwear that is very narrow at the back.

    1. She wore a thong under her dress.
    2. Many women prefer wearing a thong to avoid visible panty lines under tight clothing.

Synonyms

strap lace g-string

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "thong" in English means: A narrow strip of material, especially leather, used to fasten something or as part of a whip., A type of underwear or swimwear that is very narrow at the back..

The phonetic transcription of "thong" is /θɒŋ/ in British English and /θɔːŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "thong": strap, lace, g-string.

Example usage of "thong": "He tightened the thong on his sandal.". More examples on the page.