threads

Meanings

• noun

  A long, thin strand or cord, typically used for sewing or weaving.

  - "She mended the torn shirt with a needle and thread."
  - "The weaver worked with threads of silk and gold."

• noun

  A series of connected messages or posts on the internet, typically on social media or discussion forums.

  - "The online community was abuzz with threads about the latest movie release."
  - "He started a thread on Reddit about his favorite hobby."

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Pronunciation

1. /θɹɛdz/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2454343"

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Synonyms

topic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with threads
weaves , grieves , leaves , believes

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Variants

List of all variants of threads that leads to same result
thread , threadless , threadlike , threads , threaded , threader , threaders , threading , pick up the threads , bean thread , bean threads , screw thread , screw threads

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English þreod, from þreowan 'to twist'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The longest thread ever made was over 47 miles long.

2. The term 'thread' is also used in computing to refer to a single path of execution through a program.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Sewing: The art of attaching fabric, leather, or other materials to other materials using needle and thread.

2. Weaving: The process of creating fabric by interlacing threads.

3. Embroidery: The art of decorating fabric with needle and thread, often using intricate designs and patterns.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Threads have been used for various purposes throughout history, including sewing, weaving, embroidery, and even as fishing lines. In literature, threads are often used metaphorically to represent connections or relationships between people or ideas.

How to Memorize "threads"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a spool of thread unraveling as you sew.
   - Visualize a series of connected messages or posts as an online thread.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the image of a needle and thread with the word 'sew'.
   - Associate the image of a discussion forum with the word 'thread'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Needle, Thread, Sew' to remember the definition of 'thread' as a sewing material.
   - Use the mnemonic 'Online Discussion, Connected Posts' to remember the definition of 'thread' as a series of connected messages.

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