thong

noun

ˈthȯŋ 

plural thongs

1

: a strip especially of leather or hide

2

: a sandal held on the foot by a thong fitting between the toes and connected to a strap across the top or around the sides of the foot

3

: an article of swimwear or underwear with the back portion consisting of a narrow strip of cloth that passes between the buttocks and connects with a waistband

thonged

ˈthȯŋd 

adjective

Examples of thong in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cartwright claims that the father of her 3-year-old son, Cruz, has been bringing girls to their home, with one allegedly leaving a thong and a baby wipe behind. —Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 12 Mar. 2025

The Love Island contestant, 34, opted for a black thong and no bra. —Toria Sheffield, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025

Victoria's Secret lace-waist scoop high-leg thong panty $15 VICTORIA'S SECRET Spanx Spanx is designed for women, by women. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2025

While a pair of corner store thongs might hold up to a day of leisurely activities, these unsupportive sandals just can’t handle a full beach vacation. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English thwong; akin to Old Norse thvengr thong

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for thong

• bhang
• bong
• dong
• gong
• hmong
• jong
• mong
• pong
• prong
• rong
• song
• strong

Kids Definition

thong

noun

ˈthȯŋ 

1

: a strip of leather used especially for fastening something

2

: a sandal held on the foot by a thong fitting between the toes and connected to a strap across the top or around the sides of the foot