Thread: meaning, definitions and examples

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thread

[ θrɛd ]

^{Context #1}

sewing

A long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used in sewing or weaving.

Synonyms

fiber, string, yarn

Examples of usage

She used a red thread to sew the buttons on her shirt.
The embroidery thread was intricately woven into the fabric.

^{Context #2}

conversation

A particular topic or subject that is discussed or elaborated.

Synonyms

discussion, subject, topic

Examples of usage

The discussion moved on to a new thread.
The comments on the forum thread were informative.

^{Context #3}

online forums

To post comments or replies in an online discussion.

Synonyms

comment, post, reply

Examples of usage

I will thread my response in the existing conversation.
Make sure to thread your comments in the appropriate section.

Translations

Translations of the word "thread" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fio

linha
rosca
tópico

🇮🇳 धागा

सिलसिला
कड़ी

🇩🇪 Faden

Gewinde
Strang
Thema

🇮🇩 benang

utas
topik

🇺🇦 нитка

тема
різьба

🇵🇱 nić

wątek
gwint

🇯🇵 糸 (いと)

スレッド
テーマ

🇫🇷 fil

fil de discussion
sujet

🇪🇸 hilo

rosca
tema

🇹🇷 iplik

konu
diş

🇰🇷 실

스레드
주제

🇸🇦 خيط

موضوع
سلسلة

🇨🇿 vlákno

závit
téma

🇸🇰 niť

závit
téma

🇨🇳 线 (xiàn)

话题 (huàtí)
螺纹 (luówén)

🇸🇮 nit

navoj
tema

🇮🇸 þráður

efni
þráður (efni)

🇰🇿 жіп

тақырып
бұранда

🇬🇪 ძაფი

თემა
ხრახნი

🇦🇿 ip

mövzu
diş

🇲🇽 hilo

rosca
tema

Word origin

The word 'thread' originated from Old English 'thrǣd', which is of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'draad' and German 'Draht'. The earliest recorded use of the word dates back to the 8th century. Throughout history, thread has played a crucial role in the development of textiles and sewing techniques, enabling the creation of intricate designs and sturdy fabrics.