thing

[θɪŋ]

thing Definition

• 1. an object that one need not, cannot, or does not wish to give a specific name to
• 2. an action, activity, concept, or thought that one refers to without specifying its name
• 3. a matter that is the most important or central to a particular activity or subject

Using thing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I need to buy some things at the grocery store.

• Example

  The thing I like most about her is her sense of humor.

• Example

  Let's talk about the thing you wanted to discuss.

• Example

  He has a thing for spicy food.

thing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thing

• object
• item
• article
• entity
• element

Antonyms for thing

• nothing
• void

Idioms Using thing

• make a thing out of

  to make an issue or problem out of something that is not important

  Example

  Don't make a thing out of it; it was just a joke.

• the last thing

  the least desirable or expected thing

  Example

  The last thing I want to do is go to the dentist.

• the thing is

  used to introduce a statement that explains or clarifies a previous statement

  Example

  I really like him. The thing is, he's already in a relationship.

Phrases with thing

• the real thing

  something that is genuine or authentic

  Example

  This Rolex watch is the real thing.

• do the right thing

  to act in a morally correct way

  Example

  Even if it's difficult, we must always try to do the right thing.

• have a thing for

  to have a strong liking or attraction for someone or something

  Example

  She has a thing for musicians.

Origins of thing

from Old English 'þing', meaning 'assembly, council, discussion'

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Summary: thing in Brief

The term 'thing' [θɪŋ] refers to objects, actions, concepts, or thoughts that are not specified by name. It can also refer to the most important or central matter in a particular activity or subject. Examples include 'I need to buy some things at the grocery store,' and 'He has a thing for spicy food.' Idioms include 'make a thing out of,' and 'the last thing.'