thing

noun

ˈthiŋ

: an object or entity not precisely designated or capable of being designated

use this thing

: an inanimate object distinguished from a living being

: a separate and distinct individual quality, fact, idea, or usually entity

: the concrete entity as distinguished from its appearances

: a spatial entity

: individual

not a living thing in sight

: a matter of concern : affair

many things to do

things plural : state of affairs in general or within a specified or implied sphere

things are improving

: a particular state of affairs : situation

look at this thing another way

: event, circumstance

Meeting her was a wonderful thing.

things plural : possessions, effects

pack your things

: whatever may be possessed or owned or be the object of a right

: an article of clothing

not a thing to wear

things plural : equipment or utensils especially for a particular purpose

bring the tea things

: deed, act, accomplishment

do great things

: a product of work or activity

likes to build things

: the aim of effort or activity

the thing is to get well

: something (such as an activity) that makes a strong appeal to the individual : forte, specialty

letting students do their own thing

Newsweek

I think travelling is very much a novelist's thing

Philip Larkin

: a mild obsession or phobia

has a thing about driving

also : the object of such an obsession or phobia

: detail, point

checks every little thing

: a material or substance of a specified kind

avoid fatty things

: idea, notion

says the first thing he thinks of

: a piece of news or information

couldn't get a thing out of him

: a spoken or written observation or point

: the proper or fashionable way of behaving, talking, or dressing

—used with the

Example Sentences

What is that thing on the floor? He is good at making things out of clay. My doctor told me to avoid fatty things like donuts and potato chips. We must respect all living things. Birth is a miraculous thing. It was the worst thing that could have happened. That sunset was the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Let's just forget about the whole thing and move on. The one thing I hate most is being lied to. Are all your things packed? See More

Recent Examples on the Web For one thing, Ghezo was not a reluctant participant in the slave trade.

Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2022 Different celebrities favor different footwear: Jennifer Garner and Reese Witherspoon are Veja sneaker devotees, Kendall Jenner often opts for The Row loafers, and Katie Holmes has a thing for designer ballet flats.

Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2022 For one thing, the Mustang's screens are bigger: its digital gauge cluster measures 12.4 inches, and its central infotainment screen is a huge 13.2 inches.

Joey Capparella, Car and Driver, 15 Sep. 2022 For one thing, the queen and the prince apparently had more than a few sips.

George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 There is, for one thing, the period film footage of tens of thousands crowding Madison Square Garden for anti-Nazi rallies.

Dorothy Rabinowitz, WSJ, 14 Sep. 2022 But the awards and speeches themselves — the ostensible reason for the whole thing, even if the folks producing the show every year seem embarrassed by it — were surprising and fantastic.

Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2022 For one thing, history has shown us that giving science a large slug of cash in a very short amount of time has horrible—some might say disastrous—consequences.

Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 12 Sep. 2022 For one thing, we’re still fascinated by them, Roberts says.

Katherine Singh, refinery29.com, 12 Sep. 2022 See More

Phrases Containing thing

Kids Definition

thing

noun

ˈthiŋ

: an act or matter that is or is to be done

I have a thing or two to take care of.

You did the right thing.

: something that exists and can be talked about

Nouns name people and things.

Say the first thing that pops into your mind.

How do you work this thing?

things plural : personal possessions

Pack your things, we're leaving.

: detail entry 1 sense 2

He checks every little thing.

things plural : existing conditions and circumstances

Things are improving.

: event sense 1

The accident was a terrible thing.

: deed entry 1 sense 1, achievement, act

We expect great things from them.

: a piece of clothing

not a thing to wear

: what is needed or wanted

It's just the thing for a cold.

: an action or interest especially that someone enjoys very much

Music is my thing.

: individual entry 2 sense 1

"I can't stand reptiles. Get that thing away from me!"

Judy Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

: a spoken or written observation or point

Mrs. Kemp was shocked. "What a thing to say about your little friend."

Beverly Cleary, Ramona Quimby, Age 8

thing

noun

as in person

a member of the human race you poor thing, you must be exhausted

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

person
guy
man
life
creature
sort
being
human
individual
bird
body
soul
human being
party
baby
fish
customer
mortal
character
personage
duck
specimen
devil
personality
cookie
scout
egg
bod
wight
face
cooky
stiff
slob
fellow
son of man
somebody
head
self
brother
homo
neighbor
hominid
celebrity
humanoid
fellowman

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

animal
beast
critter
beastie
brute

as in entity

one that has a real and independent existence the thing to which the subject of the sentence refers

Synonyms & Similar Words

entity
object
something
reality
substance
being
individual
commodity
subject
existent
matter
individuality
body
material
integer
quantity
stuff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

nonentity

as in feat

something done by someone one of the things you can do is to help me clean up

Synonyms & Similar Words

feat
doing
deed
action
act
experience
achievement
accomplishment
activity
exploit
initiative
performance
tactic
adventure
stunt
work
procedure
undertaking
trick
move
enterprise
attainment
proceeding
dealing
maneuver
handiwork
operation
step
measure
emprise
coaction

as in object

something material that can be perceived by the senses can you hand me that thing over there?

Synonyms & Similar Words

object
item
piece
article
entity
substance
being
ornamental
good
accessory
thingummy
commodity
thingamabob
doohickey
thingamajig
dingus
ware
novelty
bauble
knickknack
token
whatnot
accompaniment
thingumajig
spangle
curio
accessary
gewgaw
whatchamacallit
trinket
nicknack
geegaw
gaud

as in product

something produced by physical or intellectual effort just the latest thing from her fertile imagination

Synonyms & Similar Words

product
work
production
yield
result
outcome
fruit
affair
output
produce
labor
object
handiwork
article
entry
effect
issue
resultant
commodity
development
merchandise
corollary
upshot
consequence
goods
conclusion
sequence
line
handicraft
wares
aftermath
derivative
sequel
outgrowth
side effect
offshoot
offspring
residual
by-product
aftereffect
side reaction
handcraft
spin-off

as in event

something that happens the accident was just one of those things that can happen anywhere

Synonyms & Similar Words

event
incident
circumstance
happening
episode
occurrence
time
accident
experience
occasion
phenomenon
affair
coincidence
hap
news
adventure
page
fluke
milestone
turning point
landmark
emergency
crisis
freak
deed
happenstance
feat
achievement
happenchance
milepost
juncture
tidings
co-occurrence
exploit

as in purpose

something that one hopes or intends to accomplish the important thing is that we get the project back on schedule

Synonyms & Similar Words

purpose
idea
plan
goal
object
intention
aim
objective
intent
dream
ambition
point
meaning
design
ideal
project
aspiration
target
end
hope
mark
bourne
bourn
wish
pretension
name of the game
mind
scheme
grail
desire
plot
destination
holy grail
terminus
nirvana

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

way
method
means

as in matter

something to be dealt with I have lots of things to do this afternoon

Synonyms & Similar Words

matter
problem
issue
business
affair
worry
concern
consideration
crisis
trouble
predicament
emergency
responsibility
care
juncture
crunch
flash point
ball of wax
exigency
strait
fix
zero hour
pickle
spot
hot water
lookout
corner
impasse
standstill
jam
head
stalemate
halt
hole
pinch
crossroad(s)
deadlock
scrape

as in stuff

things plural transportable items that one owns gather your things and get out

Synonyms & Similar Words

stuff
possession
gear
effects
personal property
personal effects
personalty
holdings
goods
belongings
paraphernalia
duds
chattels
movables
moveables
plunder
treasures
property
furnishings
appointments
valuables
fixtures
collateral
tangibles
estate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

real estate
immovables

as in specialty

something for which a person shows a special talent math just isn't my thing

Synonyms & Similar Words

specialty
speciality
gift
domain
talent
business
element
vocation
area
forte
department
discipline
tendency
field
long suit
strong suit
genius
metier
province
realm
aptitude
circle
sphere
arena
métier
inclination
pursuit
terrain
line
knack
precinct
racket
bent
bailiwick
flair
predilection
faculty
fief
predisposition
propensity
aptness
leaning
fiefdom
penchant
partiality
proclivity
demesne

单词	thing
释义	thing noun ˈthiŋ 1 : an object or entity not precisely designated or capable of being designated use this thing 2 a : an inanimate object distinguished from a living being b : a separate and distinct individual quality, fact, idea, or usually entity c : the concrete entity as distinguished from its appearances d : a spatial entity 3 : individual not a living thing in sight 4 a : a matter of concern : affair many things to do b things plural : state of affairs in general or within a specified or implied sphere things are improving c : a particular state of affairs : situation look at this thing another way d : event, circumstance Meeting her was a wonderful thing. 5 a things plural : possessions, effects pack your things b : whatever may be possessed or owned or be the object of a right c : an article of clothing not a thing to wear d things plural : equipment or utensils especially for a particular purpose bring the tea things 6 a : deed, act, accomplishment do great things b : a product of work or activity likes to build things c : the aim of effort or activity the thing is to get well 7 a : something (such as an activity) that makes a strong appeal to the individual : forte, specialty letting students do their own thing Newsweek I think travelling is very much a novelist's thing Philip Larkin b : a mild obsession or phobia has a thing about driving also : the object of such an obsession or phobia 8 a : detail, point checks every little thing b : a material or substance of a specified kind avoid fatty things 9 a : idea, notion says the first thing he thinks of b : a piece of news or information couldn't get a thing out of him c : a spoken or written observation or point 10 : the proper or fashionable way of behaving, talking, or dressing —used with the Synonyms baby being bird bod [British] body character cookie cooky creature customer devil duck egg face fish guy head human human being individual life man mortal party person personage scout slob sort soul specimen stiff wight See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences What is that thing on the floor? He is good at making things out of clay. My doctor told me to avoid fatty things like donuts and potato chips. We must respect all living things. Birth is a miraculous thing. It was the worst thing that could have happened. That sunset was the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. Let's just forget about the whole thing and move on. The one thing I hate most is being lied to. Are all your things packed? See More Recent Examples on the Web For one thing, Ghezo was not a reluctant participant in the slave trade. Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2022 Different celebrities favor different footwear: Jennifer Garner and Reese Witherspoon are Veja sneaker devotees, Kendall Jenner often opts for The Row loafers, and Katie Holmes has a thing for designer ballet flats. Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 16 Sep. 2022 For one thing, the Mustang's screens are bigger: its digital gauge cluster measures 12.4 inches, and its central infotainment screen is a huge 13.2 inches. Joey Capparella, Car and Driver, 15 Sep. 2022 For one thing, the queen and the prince apparently had more than a few sips. George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 There is, for one thing, the period film footage of tens of thousands crowding Madison Square Garden for anti-Nazi rallies. Dorothy Rabinowitz, WSJ, 14 Sep. 2022 But the awards and speeches themselves — the ostensible reason for the whole thing, even if the folks producing the show every year seem embarrassed by it — were surprising and fantastic. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2022 For one thing, history has shown us that giving science a large slug of cash in a very short amount of time has horrible—some might say disastrous—consequences. Jonathan M. Gitlin, Ars Technica, 12 Sep. 2022 For one thing, we’re still fascinated by them, Roberts says. Katherine Singh, refinery29.com, 12 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English, from Old English, thing, assembly; akin to Old High German ding thing, assembly, Goth theihs time First Known Use before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 4a Phrases Containing thing another thing amount to the same thing a thing devoutly to be wished a thing like a thing another thing/matter/story have another thing coming do one's own thing chance would be a fine thing a thing or two do one's thing first thing if it's the last thing someone does if it's the last thing someone (ever) does just the thing last thing on someone's mind last thing just the right thing let's get one thing perfectly clear mean a thing near thing no easy thing no bad thing not know the first thing about not a bad thing no such thing one thing and another one thing after another the best/greatest thing since sliced bread one thing is (for) sure the first thing the last thing on someone's mind the furthest thing from someone's mind the next big thing the next thing I knew the only (person or thing) for the real thing there is no such thing as a free lunch the same thing the same (thing) goes for (another person) (what) with one thing and another a sure thing do no such thing thing-in-itself make a big thing about/out of (something) sure thing a thing of the past the only thing the thing every little thing the thing with/about The thing is See More another thing amount to the same thing a thing devoutly to be wished a thing like a thing another thing/matter/story have another thing coming do one's own thing chance would be a fine thing a thing or two do one's thing first thing if it's the last thing someone does if it's the last thing someone (ever) does just the thing last thing on someone's mind last thing just the right thing let's get one thing perfectly clear mean a thing near thing no easy thing no bad thing not know the first thing about not a bad thing no such thing one thing and another one thing after another the best/greatest thing since sliced bread one thing is (for) sure the first thing the last thing on someone's mind the furthest thing from someone's mind the next big thing the next thing I knew the only (person or thing) for the real thing there is no such thing as a free lunch the same thing the same (thing) goes for (another person) (what) with one thing and another a sure thing do no such thing thing-in-itself make a big thing about/out of (something) sure thing a thing of the past the only thing the thing every little thing the thing with/about The thing is See More Kids Definition thing noun ˈthiŋ 1 : an act or matter that is or is to be done I have a thing or two to take care of. You did the right thing. 2 : something that exists and can be talked about Nouns name people and things. Say the first thing that pops into your mind. How do you work this thing? 3 things plural : personal possessions Pack your things, we're leaving. 4 : detail entry 1 sense 2 He checks every little thing. 5 things plural : existing conditions and circumstances Things are improving. 6 : event sense 1 The accident was a terrible thing. 7 : deed entry 1 sense 1, achievement, act We expect great things from them. 8 : a piece of clothing not a thing to wear 9 : what is needed or wanted It's just the thing for a cold. 10 : an action or interest especially that someone enjoys very much Music is my thing. 11 : individual entry 2 sense 1 "I can't stand reptiles. Get that thing away from me!" Judy Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing 12 : a spoken or written observation or point Mrs. Kemp was shocked. "What a thing to say about your little friend." Beverly Cleary, Ramona Quimby, Age 8 thing noun 1 as in person a member of the human race you poor thing, you must be exhausted Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance person guy man life creature sort being human individual bird body soul human being party baby fish customer mortal character personage duck specimen devil personality cookie scout egg bod wight face cooky stiff slob fellow son of man somebody head self brother homo neighbor hominid celebrity humanoid fellowman Antonyms & Near Antonyms animal beast critter beastie brute 2 as in entity one that has a real and independent existence the thing to which the subject of the sentence refers Synonyms & Similar Words entity object something reality substance being individual commodity subject existent matter individuality body material integer quantity stuff Antonyms & Near Antonyms nonentity 3 as in feat something done by someone one of the things you can do is to help me clean up Synonyms & Similar Words feat doing deed action act experience achievement accomplishment activity exploit initiative performance tactic adventure stunt work procedure undertaking trick move enterprise attainment proceeding dealing maneuver handiwork operation step measure emprise coaction 4 as in object something material that can be perceived by the senses can you hand me that thing over there? Synonyms & Similar Words object item piece article entity substance being ornamental good accessory thingummy commodity thingamabob doohickey thingamajig dingus ware novelty bauble knickknack token whatnot accompaniment thingumajig spangle curio accessary gewgaw whatchamacallit trinket nicknack geegaw gaud 5 as in product something produced by physical or intellectual effort just the latest thing from her fertile imagination Synonyms & Similar Words product work production yield result outcome fruit affair output produce labor object handiwork article entry effect issue resultant commodity development merchandise corollary upshot consequence goods conclusion sequence line handicraft wares aftermath derivative sequel outgrowth side effect offshoot offspring residual by-product aftereffect side reaction handcraft spin-off 6 as in event something that happens the accident was just one of those things that can happen anywhere Synonyms & Similar Words event incident circumstance happening episode occurrence time accident experience occasion phenomenon affair coincidence hap news adventure page fluke milestone turning point landmark emergency crisis freak deed happenstance feat achievement happenchance milepost juncture tidings co-occurrence exploit 7 as in purpose something that one hopes or intends to accomplish the important thing is that we get the project back on schedule Synonyms & Similar Words purpose idea plan goal object intention aim objective intent dream ambition point meaning design ideal project aspiration target end hope mark bourne bourn wish pretension name of the game mind scheme grail desire plot destination holy grail terminus nirvana Antonyms & Near Antonyms way method means 8 as in matter something to be dealt with I have lots of things to do this afternoon Synonyms & Similar Words matter problem issue business affair worry concern consideration crisis trouble predicament emergency responsibility care juncture crunch flash point ball of wax exigency strait fix zero hour pickle spot hot water lookout corner impasse standstill jam head stalemate halt hole pinch crossroad(s) deadlock scrape 9 as in stuff things plural transportable items that one owns gather your things and get out Synonyms & Similar Words stuff possession gear effects personal property personal effects personalty holdings goods belongings paraphernalia duds chattels movables moveables plunder treasures property furnishings appointments valuables fixtures collateral tangibles estate Antonyms & Near Antonyms real estate immovables 10 as in specialty something for which a person shows a special talent math just isn't my thing Synonyms & Similar Words specialty speciality gift domain talent business element vocation area forte department discipline tendency field long suit strong suit genius metier province realm aptitude circle sphere arena métier inclination pursuit terrain line knack precinct racket bent bailiwick flair predilection faculty fief predisposition propensity aptness leaning fiefdom penchant partiality proclivity demesne Phrases Containing thing sure thing sure thing
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thing

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noun

noun

Phrases Containing thing