A long, thin strand of cotton, nylon, or other fibers used in sewing or weaving. She used a needle and thread to mend the tear in her dress.
A theme or characteristic running throughout a situation or piece of writing. The thread of hope was evident throughout the novel.
A series of messages or posts on an online platform that are connected by a common topic or theme. I followed the thread on the forum to get more information about the event.
A filament or thin strand of a material, such as a thread of light or a thread of smoke. A thread of smoke rose from the chimney into the clear sky.
A helical ridge on the outside of a screw, bolt, or the inside of a nut or pipe that allows it to be fastened by turning. The bolt’s threads were stripped, so it would not tighten properly.
(slang, usually plural) Clothing; garments or attire. Check out his new threads—he looks great.