Meaning of the word thong in English

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thong

US /θɑːŋ/
UK /θɑːŋ/
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Noun

1.

a strip of material, especially leather or hide, used as a fastener or for lashing

Example:
He used a leather thong to tie the bundle.
The sandals had a simple thong design.
2.

a very narrow strip of material passing between the buttocks and attached to a waistband, worn as underwear or as part of a bikini

Example:
She wore a black lace thong under her dress.
Many swimsuits now feature a thong bottom.
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