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

Jenner added a pair of low-rise dark indigo jeans, a black clutch bag, and black thong heels. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2025

Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal Upgrade your flip-flops with the Gizeh’s sturdy thong silhouette and luxe nubuck leather. —Gabriela Garcia, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025

The heeled thong sandal design merges the casual look of a flip-flop, which are 2025’s trendiest shoe silhouette, with the elevated style of a heel. —Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025

This thong bodysuit from Spanx, which has a wireless bra design, is ideal for anyone who wants tummy control under a plunging neckline or open-back dress, says Lily Flast, expert bra fitter and founder of virtual bra fitter Soutien. —Malia Griggs, Glamour, 26 Nov. 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