First Known Use: before 12th century
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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
1
: a strip especially of leather or hide
2
: 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
3
: 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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Origin of THONG
Middle English, from Old English thwong; akin to Old Norse thvengr thong
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thong
noun \ˈthȯŋ\
Definition of THONG for Kids
1
: a strip of leather used especially for fastening something
2
: a sandal held on by straps that run across the foot and between the big and second toe
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