thread

nounB1 · Intermediate

A very thin string used for sewing.

Meanings of «thread»

1 · noun

a very thin string used for sewing

She used a needle and thread to fix the shirt.

2 · noun

the spiral ridge cut into a screw or bolt

The metal screw has a very fine thread.

Similar: groovespiral ridge

3 · noun

a series of connected messages on one online topic

I read every reply in that online thread.

Similar: conversationmessage chaindiscussion

Translation

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The difference between similar words

long thin material for tying and sewing

threadvery thin; used for sewingShe used a needle and thread to fix her shirt.

stringthin and strong; used for tying and hangingTie the box with a piece of string.

cordthicker than string and twisted; strongerHe pulled the cord and the curtains opened.

ropevery thick and strong; for heavy thingsThe climbers held on to a long rope.

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