strings

[strɪŋz]

strings Definition

• 1. a thin piece of twisted fiber or cord that can be used to tie things together
• 2. a set of things tied or threaded together in a line
• 3. a series of musical notes played one after the other

Using strings: Examples

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

• Example

  She tied the package with strings.

• Example

  The beads were strung together on a string.

• Example

  He plucked the strings of his guitar.

• Example

  The orchestra tuned their strings before the performance.

strings Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for strings

• cords
• ropes
• lines
• series
• sequence

Phrases with strings

• pull strings

  to use one's influence or connections to achieve a desired outcome

  Example

  He was able to get the job because he pulled some strings.

• attached by a string

  connected or linked to something else

  Example

  The kite was attached by a string to the child's hand.

• no strings attached

  without any conditions or obligations

  Example

  I'll give you this money with no strings attached.

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Summary: strings in Brief

The term 'strings' [strɪŋz] refers to thin pieces of twisted fiber or cord used to tie things together, sets of things tied or threaded together in a line, and a series of musical notes played one after the other. It extends into phrases like 'pull strings,' meaning to use one's influence or connections to achieve a desired outcome, and 'no strings attached,' meaning without any conditions or obligations.