What does THONG mean?

Thong

A thong is a type of undergarment, typically worn as underwear or swimwear, that consists of a narrow strip of fabric that passes between the buttocks and is attached to a waistband at the hips.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Definitions:

1. A narrow strip of fabric that passes between the buttocks and is attached to a waistband at the hips.
2. An item of clothing consisting of a thong.

Pronunciations:

• US: /θɑŋ/
• UK: /θɒŋ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "thong" originated from Old English word "thwong", which means a narrow strip of leather. The modern usage of the word "thong" to describe a type of undergarment or swimwear dates back to the 1930s. Today, thongs are popular among both men and women as underwear or swimwear.

Synonyms:

• G-string

Related Words:

• Bikini
• Brief
• Panty
• Short

Example Sentences:

• She wore a thong under her dress.
• He prefers to wear thongs instead of boxers.
• The swimwear collection includes thongs in various colors and styles.