Thai

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noun

plural Thai or Thais
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2
a
: a native or inhabitant of Thailand
b
: one who is descended from a Thai
3
: the official language of Thailand

Thai

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adjective

: of or relating to Thailand, its people, or their language or culture

Examples of Thai in a Sentence

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Noun
Frasers Property—which is controlled by Thai billionaire Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi and his family—sold 143 Robertson Opus units at an average price of S$3,360 ($2,620) per square foot during the weekend. Jonathan Burgos, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025 Cuisine: Thai and Vietnamese noodles How to order: In person or online. Mari Pressley, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2025
Adjective
All the sauces are distinctive: the tartar sauce, a house remoulade, an Anchor sauce for chicken tenders and wings or a house Thai chili sauce that comes on the (too chewy) calamari. Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2025 But a large part of its enduring allure is arguably its world-class lineup of hotels that reflect Bangkok’s sophistication, Thai heritage, and renowned warmth and hospitality. John Wogan, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for Thai

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1808, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1808, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Thai was in 1808

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“Thai.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Thai. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

Thai

noun
ˈtī
1
: a person born or living in Thailand
2
: the official language of Thailand
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