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Definition thing in American English

thing noun

noun
/θɪŋ/
1

an object, or an item. This word is used when you cannot or do not want to refer to the object or item in a more specific way

Example

What's that thing over there on the table?

Example

I gave her a little thing for her birthday.

Example

It's one of those gadget things, isn't it?

Synonyms and related words
things object article
1.1

the objects that belong to a particular person or that are used for a particular purpose

Example

I'll pack my things for the trip tomorrow.

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appurtenance real estate property
1.2

an object that you are not familiar with or do not know much about

Example

It's a thing used for looking inside people's ears.

Synonyms and related words
mystery riddle uncertainty
1.3

used when you are angry, or used for referring to an object you do not like

Example

Turn that thing off and do your homework!

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things object article
2

an action, or an activity

Example

I have a lot of things to do today.

Example

I would have done the same thing in his situation.

Example

I gave back the money. Did I do the right thing?

Synonyms and related words
action thing operation
3

a situation, or an event

Example

A funny thing happened to me today.

Example

I think we should just forget the whole thing.

Example

We're onto a good thing working here.

Example

Above all else, you must be honest in all things.

Example

Don't make a big thing out of this - I just said I'd be late!

Example

She doesn't find that kind of thing funny.

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situation circumstance conditions
Example

The first thing I want is a hot bath.

Example

If you could change three things about your job, what would they be?

Example

I'd like to live close to the beach and close to my office, but I can't have things both ways.

Example

Our vacation was great, but all good things come to an end.

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information data datum
4.1

used for referring to a particular aspect of a situation that you are making a comment about

Example

The thing I really like about Theresa is her sense of humor.

Example

The sad thing is, she never loved him.

Example

It's a good thing that you don't need to work late.

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situation circumstance conditions
4.2

all of the aspects of a particular situation

Example

The police soon got things under control.

Example

Try to see things from your wife's perspective.

Example

All things considered, I think you'll be happier if you switch jobs.

Example

As things stand, it will be difficult to raise prices further.

Example

The official government report puts things quite differently.

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situation circumstance conditions
4.3

used for talking about life in a general way

Example

Things have been getting better lately.

Example

The government hasn't done much to change things in the countryside.

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life lifespan lifetime
5

an aspect of life

Example

I've become less concerned about material things.

Example

His financial worries were a thing of the past.

Synonyms and related words
life lifespan lifetime
6

an idea, a comment, or a piece of information

Example

There are some interesting things in your report.

Example

I have a few things to say to you.

Example

If anyone asks you what I said, don't say a thing.

Example

I have a few things on my mind right now.

Example

On vacation, work is the last thing on my mind.

Synonyms and related words
thought idea belief
7

used for referring to other examples or details, especially when you cannot or do not want to refer to them in a more specific way

Example

What other things did he say to you?

Example

My parents send me money for food, rent, and other things.

Example

"Racism" means different things to different people.

Example

We spent the day swimming, playing on the beach, and that kind of thing.

Example

I need to get a few things like milk, bread, and eggs.

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example instance case
8

a young person or animal that you like. This word is used for saying something nice to them or about them

Example

You poor thing, you cut your finger.

Example

Who's that pretty young thing I saw you with yesterday?

Synonyms and related words
mate babe bud
9

something is fashionable or popular

Example

Taking selfies is a thing now.

Example

The double-layered vest/waistcoat: when did this become a thing?

10

(followed by adjectives) everything

Example

Brighton has been a home for embracing all things weird and wonderful for years.

Definition thing in American English

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