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thong

noun \ˈthȯŋ\

: a long thin strip of material (such as leather) that is used to attach something

: a kind of women's underpants that has only a thin strip of material in the back

Full Definition of THONG

: a strip especially of leather or hide

: a sandal held on the foot by a thong fitting between the toes and connected to a strap across the top or around the sides of the foot

: an article of swimwear or underwear consisting of a narrow strip of material that passes between the thighs and connects with a waistband

— thonged \ˈthȯŋd\ adjective

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Middle English, from Old English thwong; akin to Old Norse thvengr thong

First Known Use: before 12th century

THONG Defined for Kids

noun \ˈthȯŋ\

: a strip of leather used especially for fastening something

: a sandal held on by straps that run across the foot and between the big and second toe

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