thread

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Pronunciation
[θɾ̪̊ɛd]
[θɾ̪̊ɛd]
Noun
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

A long, thin and flexible form of material, generally with a round cross-section, used in sewing, weaving or in the construction of string.

2 Definition

A continued theme or idea.

Synonyms
topic
Example Sentences
  • All of these essays have a common thread.
3 Definition

A screw thread.

4 Definition

A sequence of connections.

5 Definition

The line midway between the banks of a stream.

6 Definition

A unit of execution, lighter in weight than a process, usually sharing memory and other resources with other threads executing concurrently.

7 Definition

A series of messages, generally grouped by subject, in which all messages except the first are replies to previous messages in the thread.

8 Definition

A filament, as of a flower, or of any fibrous substance, as of bark.

9 Definition

Composition; quality; fineness.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To put thread through.

Example Sentences
  • thread a needle
2 Definition

To pass (through a narrow constriction or around a series of obstacles).

Example Sentences
  • I think I can thread my way through here, but it’s going to be tight.
3 Definition

To screw on, to fit the threads of a nut on a bolt