英语词汇“thing”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

　

单词	thing
释义	Trends of thing View usage for: thing (θɪŋ) Word forms: plural things 1. countable noun You can use thing to refer to any object, feature, or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely. 'What's that thing in the middle of the fountain?'—'Some kind of statue, I guess.' She was in the middle of clearing the breakfast things. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? A strange thing happened. We get blamed for all kinds of things. Synonyms: feature, point, detail, something More Synonyms of thing 2. countable noun [usually plural] Thing is used in lists and descriptions to give examples or to increase the range of what you are referring to. These are genetic disorders. They are things like muscular dystrophy and haemophilia. The Earth is made mainly of iron and silicon and things like that. Keep big things such as bikes or iPods for birthdays or Christmas. You can spot them fairly easily because of their short haircuts and things. Synonyms: substance, stuff, element, being More Synonyms of thing 3. countable noun [adjective NOUN] Thing is often used after an adjective, where it would also be possible just to use the adjective. For example, you can say it's a different thing instead of it's different. Of course, literacy isn't the same thing as intelligence. To be a parent is a terribly difficult thing. Perhaps it's a good thing that Dizzy retired. Synonyms: concept, idea, notion, conception More Synonyms of thing 4. singular noun Thing is often used instead of the pronouns 'anything,' or 'everything' in order to emphasize what you are saying. [emphasis] It isn't going to solve a single thing. Don't you worry about a thing. 'It's all here,' she said. 'Every damn thing.' 5. countable noun Thing is used in expressions such as such a thing or things like that, especially in negative statements, in order to emphasize the bad or difficult situation you are referring back to. [emphasis] I don't believe he would tell Leo such a thing. 'Are you accusing me of being a thief?'—'I have done no such thing, Tony.' How do you actually go about discovering a thing like that? I'm trying to cope. These things happen. You have to cope. 6. countable noun [usually noun NOUN] You can use thing to refer in a vague way to a situation, activity, or idea, especially when you want to suggest that it is not very important. [informal, vagueness] I'm a bit unsettled tonight. This war thing's upsetting me. These folks clearly take this ballroom thing very seriously. ...the man who had spoken dismissively of the 'vision thing' when running for thepresidency in 1988. Synonyms: object, article, implement, machine More Synonyms of thing 7. countable noun [noun NOUN] You can use thing when you are referring to something that you are uncertain or vague about, after mentioning something that it resembles or could possibly be. [informal] She'd actually taken it home and she put it in this jar thing. The captain of the submarine has got this periscope thing. 8. countable noun [oft adjective NOUN] You often use thing to indicate to the person you are addressing that you are about to mention something important, or something that you particularly want them to know. One thing I am sure of was that she was scared. The first thing parents want to know is: will the baby survive? The funny thing is that the rest of us have known that for years. The most important thing to remember about fish is to buy it really fresh. Synonyms: fact, detail, particular, point More Synonyms of thing 9. countable noun Thing is often used to refer back to something that has just been mentioned, either toemphasize it or to give more information about it. I never wanted to be normal. It was not a thing I ever thought desirable. The Captain stretched his left leg on one of the empty chairs. He knew it was nota polite thing to do. Synonyms: task, job, activity, act More Synonyms of thing 10. countable noun A thing is a physical object that is considered as having no life of its own. It's not a thing, Beauchamp. It's a human being! 11. countable noun Thing is used to refer to something, especially a physical object, when you want to expresscontempt or anger towards it. [spoken, disapproval] This thing's virtually useless. They're armed with sub-machine-guns or machine-pistols or whatever you call thosethings. Turn that thing off! 12. countable noun [adjective NOUN] You can call a person or an animal a particular thing when you want to mention a particular quality that they have and express your feelingstowards them, usually affectionate feelings. [informal] You really are quite a clever little thing. Oh you lucky thing! 13. plural noun Your things are your clothes or possessions. Sara told him to take all his things and not to return. Is there anything you'd like to borrow, before your own things are unpacked? Synonyms: possessions, stuff, gear, belongings More Synonyms of thing 14. plural noun Things can refer to the situation or life in general and the way it is changing or affectingyou. Everyone agrees things are getting better. A change of ownership might improve things. How are things going? Synonyms: circumstances, the situation, the state of affairs, matters More Synonyms of thing 15. plural noun [with supplement, oft NOUN of noun, adjective NOUN] Things can refer to a particular aspect of life, such as the physical or spiritual aspect. ...a movement away from the things of this world to the things of the spirit. I think I'm more aware now of some spiritual things and I do believe in good andevil. 16. countable noun You can refer to something that is too frightening, strange, or horrible to describe clearly as a thing. ...John W. Campbell, author of 'The Thing From Another World.' 17. singular noun [oft NOUN to-infinitive] If you say that something is the thing, you mean that it is fashionable or popular. I feel under pressure to go out and get drunk because it's the thing to do. They were obviously of the opinion that his taste was not quite the thing. 18. See in all things 19. See be all things to all men/people 20. See do the decent/democratic/right/wrong/honourable thing 21. See the done thing 22. See first thing 23. See have a thing about 24. See it is a good/bad thing to 25. See make a thing about/out of 26. See be one thing 27. See for one thing 28. See one thing and another 29. See it is just/simply one of those things 30. See one thing led to another 31. See do your own thing 32. See a thing of the past 33. See seeing/hearing things 34. See no such thing 35. See the thing is 36. See just the thing/the very thing 37. See a thing or two 38. other things being equal 39. first things first 40. the real thing 41. the shape of things to come More Synonyms of thing thing in British English 1 (θɪŋ) noun 1. an object, fact, affair, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity 2. any inanimate object 3. an object or entity that cannot or need not be precisely named 4. informal a person or animal regarded as the object of pity, contempt, etc you poor thing 5. an event or act 6. a thought or statement 7. law any object or right that may be the subject of property (as distinguished from a person) 8. a device, means, or instrument 9. (often plural) a possession, article of clothing, etc 10. informal the normal pattern of behaviour in a particular context not interested in the marriage thing 11. informal a mental attitude, preoccupation or obsession (esp in the phrase have a thing about) 12. informal a flirtatious or mildly romantic relationship (esp in the phrase have a thing with) 13. an activity or mode of behaviour satisfying to one's personality (esp in the phrase do one's (own) thing) 14. informal a generally accepted phenomenon (esp in the phrase is that (even) a thing?) 15. the done thing 16. the thing 17. be on to a good thing 18. make a thing of Word origin Old English thing assembly; related to Old Norse thing assembly, Old High German ding assembly thing in British English 2 (θɪŋ, tɪŋ) noun (often capital) a law court or public assembly in the Scandinavian countries Also: ting Word origin C19: from Old Norse thing assembly (the same word as thing1) thing in American English 1 (θɪŋ) noun 1. any matter, circumstance, affair, or concern often used in pl. how are things? 2. that which is done, has been done, or is to be done; happening, act, deed, incident, event, etc. to accomplish great things 3. that which constitutes an end to be achieved, a step in a process, etc. the next thing is to mix thoroughly 4. anything conceived of or referred to as existing as an individual, distinguishable entity ; specif., a. any single entity distinguished from all others each thing in the universe b. a tangible object, as distinguished from a concept, quality, etc. paintings and other beautiful things c. an inanimate object d. an item, detail, etc. go over each thing in the list e. the object or concept referred to or represented by a word, symbol, or sign; referent f. an object of thought; idea think the right things 5. a. [pl.] personal belongings; also, clothes or clothing b. a dress, garment, etc. not a thing to wear 6. [pl.] articles, devices, etc. used for some purpose 7. a person used in expressions of affection, pity, contempt, etc. poor thing 8. a being, object, or concept the exact term for which is not known or recalled or is avoided, as from disdain where did you buy that thing? 9. Informal a point of contention; issue don't make a thing of it 10. US, Informal a complex, often neurotic liking, fear, aversion, etc. with regard to some person, thing, or activity to have a thing about flying 11. US, Informal what one wants to do or is adept at do one's own thing 12. Law that which may be owned; a property see also person Idioms: see things the thing Word origin ME < OE, council, court, controversy, akin to Ger ding, ON thing (orig. sense, “public assembly,” hence, “subject of discussion, matter, thing”) tenk-, to stretch, period of time < base ten-, to stretch > thin thing in American English 2 (tɪŋ; E θɪŋ) Norse Old noun a Scandinavian legislative body Word origin ON, assembly: see thing1 More idioms containing thing the person or thing of someone's dreams chance would be a fine thing the best thing since sliced bread be long on one thing and short on another do your own thing one thing led to another there's no such thing as a free lunch COBUILD Collocations thing big thing change things different thing favourite thing few thing fun thing funny thing main thing many things only thing positive thing same thing stranger things terrible thing useful thing Examples of 'thing' in a sentence thing The furore is just another thing to add to a dire display on the field. The Sun (2016) What is this thing about being nostalgic? Times, Sunday Times (2016) You are forced to do it and maybe that was a good thing. The Sun (2016) Things like that happen and the only way you can answer is by winning. The Sun (2016) We are working hard but things are just not going for us. The Sun (2016) It is a terribly bleak chronicle with things will only get better sentiments bolted on. Times, Sunday Times (2016) You can have too much of a good thing and then feel a bit sick. Times, Sunday Times (2016) You think you can get away with things. Times, Sunday Times (2016) You have to put a perspective on things in life. Times, Sunday Times (2016) The only thing holding it back is a shortage of qualified trainers. Times, Sunday Times (2016) Workplace skills topped the list of things students most want to acquire. Times, Sunday Times (2013) You have to accept that your most treasured things are just junk to anyone else. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Why do we feel bad if things are so good? Times, Sunday Times (2007) Things are back to normal for the pandas now. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Why do one thing if you can do two? Mike Daisey 21 DOG YEARS (2002) Nobody has the right to say these things. Times, Sunday Times (2015) You trade things for something bigger or better. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Cooking is another thing born of stillness. Times, Sunday Times (2011) What should happen if things go wrong? Times, Sunday Times (2008) We have to stop this habit of throwing things away. Times, Sunday Times (2013) That is the beautiful thing we call substitution. Christianity Today (2000) They say the best things in life are worth waiting for. Times, Sunday Times (2008) You think you may be onto a good thing. Charles A. D'Ambrosio & Stewart D. Hodges & Richard Brealey & Stewart Myers Principles of Corporate Finance (1991) We just need a bit of spark to get things going again. Times, Sunday Times (2008) The most important thing is that the city is safe and that we do good business. Times, Sunday Times (2012) Without his money the club would be in a dire situation and things can change very quickly. The Sun (2006) Yet that is not the best thing about her. Times, Sunday Times (2011) Everyone wants things to be cream and white and to be like each other. Times, Sunday Times (2008) We should all report things like this. The Sun (2012) The same product can mean very different things to its many buyers. Tom Cannon Basic Marketing. Principles and Practice (1986) We have found that if you carry on talking to people they still want to do things. The Sun (2008) This thing is just out there and out of control. Times, Sunday Times (2008) We feel no bad thing about ticket prices. The Sun (2012) In other languages thing British English: thing /θɪŋ/ NOUN You use thing* as a substitute for another word when you are unable to be more precise, or you do not need or want to be more precise. What's that thing in the middle of the fountain? American English: thing Arabic: شَئْ Brazilian Portuguese: coisa Chinese: 东西 Croatian: stvar Czech: věc Danish: ting Dutch: ding European Spanish: cosa Finnish: esine French: chose German: Ding Greek: πράγμα Italian: cosa Japanese: 物 Korean: 물건 Norwegian: ting Polish: rzecz European Portuguese: coisa Romanian: lucru Russian: вещь Latin American Spanish: cosa Swedish: sak Thai: สิ่งของ Turkish: şey Ukrainian: річ Vietnamese: đồ vật All related terms of 'thing' big thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature, or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . few thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . fun thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . the thing the latest fashion first thing If you do something first thing , you do it at the beginning of the day, before you do anything else. If you do it last thing , you do it at the end of the day, before you go to bed or go to sleep . funny thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature, or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . last thing as the final action, esp before retiring to bed at night main thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . near thing an event or action whose outcome is nearly a failure , success , disaster , etc only thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . same thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . sure thing If you say that something is a sure thing , you mean that you are certain that it will happen or be successful. young thing a young person useful thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . be one thing You can say that the first of two ideas , actions, or situations is one thing when you want to contrast it with a second idea, action, or situation and emphasize that the second one is much more difficult , important , or extreme . different thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . favourite thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature, or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . positive thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . terrible thing You can use thing to refer to any object, feature , or event when you cannot, need not, or do not want to refer to it more precisely . the thing is You say the thing is to introduce an explanation , comment , or opinion , that relates to something that has just been said . The thing is is often used to identify a problem relating to what has just been said. for one thing You can say for one thing when you are explaining a statement or answering a question , to suggest that you are not giving the whole explanation or answer, and that there are other points that you could add to it. no such thing You can say there is no such thing as something to emphasize that it does not exist or is not possible . the done thing If you say that something is the done thing , you mean it is the most socially acceptable way to behave . the real thing If you say that a thing or event is the real thing , you mean that it is the thing or event itself, rather than an imitation or copy . a thing or two If you say that a person knows a thing or two about something or could teach someone a thing or two about it, you mean that they know a lot about it or are good at it. make a thing of to make a fuss about; exaggerate the importance of the first thing even one thing the other thing an unexpressed alternative thing-in-itself (in the philosophy of Kant ) an element of the noumenal rather than the phenomenal world, of which the senses give no knowledge but whose bare existence can be inferred from the nature of experience free jazz a style of jazz in which improvization is dominant do your own thing If you do your own thing , you live, act, or behave in the way you want to, without paying attention to convention or depending on other people. have a thing about If you have a thing about someone or something, you have very strong feelings about them. a thing of the past If something is a thing of the past , it no longer exists or happens , or is being replaced by something new. do the decent thing If you say that someone should do the decent thing , you mean that they should do something which they do not really want to do, but which you think they ought to do. one thing and another You can use the expression ' one thing and another ' to suggest that there are several reasons for something or several items on a list , but you are not going to explain or mention them all. be on to a good thing to be in a profitable situation or position one thing after another If you talk about one thing after another , you are referring to a series of repeated or continuous events . the next thing sb knows You can say the next thing I knew to suggest that a new situation which you are describing was surprising because it happened very suddenly. just the thing/the very thing If you say that something is just the thing or is the very thing , you are emphasizing that it is exactly what is wanted or needed. a close call/shave/thing If you describe an event as a close shave , a close thing , or a close call , you mean that an accident or a disaster very nearly happened . make a thing about/out of If you make a thing of something or make a thing about it, you talk about it or do it in an exaggerated way, so that it seems much more important than it really is. one thing led to another You say one thing led to another when you are explaining how something happened , but you do not really want to give the details or you think people will be able to imagine the details. chance would be a fine thing said to mean that something that you would like to happen is very unlikely it is a good/bad thing to You say it is a good thing to do something to introduce a piece of advice or a comment on a situation or activity . it's a good job/a good thing If you say it's a good thing that something is the case , you mean that it is fortunate . neither one thing nor the other indefinite , undecided , or mixed the best thing since sliced bread something that someone thinks is very good, original , and exciting it's a good job it's a good thing If you say it's a good thing , or in British English it's a good job , that something is the case , you mean that it is fortunate . the person or thing of someone's dreams the person or the thing that someone prefers to all others be long on one thing and short on another to have a lot of one thing but not very much of another Chinese translation of 'thing' thing (θɪŋ) n (c) 事 (shì) (件, jiàn) (physical object) 物品 (wùpǐn) (件, jiàn) ⇒ A baby's not a thing. It's a human being! 婴儿不是物品，是人！ (Yīng'ér bùshì wùpǐn, shì rén!) (= matter, subject, anything) 事情 (shìqing) ⇒ Don't bother me with little things like that. 别用那些小事烦我。 (Bié yòng nàxiē xiǎoshì fán wǒ.) ⇒ Don't you worry about a thing. 别担心任何事。 (Bié dānxīn rènhé shì.) a strange thing happened 发(發)生了一件很奇怪的事 (fāshēngle yī jiàn hěn qíguài de shì) how are things going? 情形如何？ (qíngxíng rúhé?) the thing is ... 是这(這)样(樣) ... (shì zhèyàng ... ) for one thing 一则(則) (yī zé) the best thing would be to ... 最好的方式是 ... (zuìhǎo de fāngshì shì ... ) first thing (in the morning) (早晨)头(頭)件事 ((zǎochen) tóu jiàn shì) last thing (at night) (晚上)最后(後)做的事 ((wǎnshang) zuìhòu zuò de shì) to have a thing about (inf, = like) 喜爱(愛) (xǐ'ài) (= dislike) 厌(厭)恶(惡) (yànwù) to do one's own thing (inf) 自由行事 (zìyóu xíngshì) you lucky/silly thing (inf) 你这(這)个(個)幸运(運)儿/傻子 (nǐ zhège xìngyùn'ér/shǎzi) Derived Forms things n pl (= belongings) 东(東)西 (dōngxi) ⇒ I like my own things around me. 我喜欢我的东西都在我旁边。 (Wǒ xǐhuan wǒ de dōngxi dōu zài wǒ pángbiān.) (in general) 情形 (qíngxíng) All related terms of 'thing' any old thing ( inf ) 随(隨)便什么(麼)东(東)西 suíbiàn shénme dōngxi for one thing 一则(則) yī zé the real thing 真家(傢)伙 zhēn jiāhuo the thing is ... 是这(這)样(樣) ... shì zhèyàng ... the next best thing 仅(僅)次于(於)最好的 jǐn cì yú zuì hǎo de I said no such thing 我没(沒)有这(這)样(樣)讲(講) wǒ méiyǒu zhèyàng jiǎng you lucky/silly thing ( inf ) 你这(這)个(個)幸运(運)儿/傻子 nǐ zhège xìngyùn'ér/shǎzi a strange thing happened 发(發)生了一件很奇怪的事 fāshēngle yī jiàn hěn qíguài de shì the next thing I knew ( inf ) 突然发(發)现(現) tūrán fāxiàn to do one's own thing ( inf ) 自由行事 zìyóu xíngshì to do the decent thing 识(識)时(時)务(務) shí shíwù to have a thing about ( inf : like ) 喜爱(愛) xǐ'ài you did the right thing 你做得对(對) nǐ zuò de duì I'll do it first thing tomorrow 明天我首先做这(這)件事 míngtiān wǒ shǒuxiān zuò zhè jiàn shì the best thing to do is ... 最好是 ... zuì hǎo shì ... the best thing would be to ... 最好的方式是 ... zuìhǎo de fāngshì shì ... the extraordinary thing is that ... 令人惊(驚)奇的是 ... lìngrén jīngqí de shì ... who ever would do such a thing? 究竟谁(誰)会(會)做这(這)样(樣)的事？ jiūjìng shuí huì zuò zhèyàng de shì? to distinguish one thing from another ( differentiate ) 将(將)一事物与(與)另一事物区(區)别(別)开(開)来(來) jiāng yī shìwù yǔ lìng yī shìwù qūbié kāilái it's the best thing since sliced bread 这(這)是极(極)好的东(東)西 zhè shì jí hǎo de dōngxi one thing I don't understand is why ... 我不明白的一件事是为(為)什么(麼) ... wǒ bù míngbai de yī jiàn shì shì wèishénme ... it was a close shave or call or thing 这(這)真是死里(裡)逃生 zhè zhēnshì sǐlǐ táoshēng same ( similar : size, colour, age ) 相同的 xiāngtóng de ⇒ He and Tom were the same age. → 他和汤姆年龄相同。 Tā hé Tāngmǔ niánlíng xiāngtóng. to differentiate between one thing and another 区(區)分一事与(與)另一事 qūfēn yī shì yǔ lìng yī shì I'll get this sorted if it's the last thing I do! 无(無)论(論)怎样(樣)我都会(會)把这(這)事解决(決)好！ wúlùn zěnyàng wǒ dōu huì bǎ zhè shì jiějué hǎo! it's the best thing that ever happened to me 我从(從)未遇上这(這)么(麼)好的事情 wǒ cóngwèi yùshàng zhème hǎo de shìqing it's a good thing you were there, it's a good job you were there ( Brit ) 幸亏(虧)你在那儿(兒) xìngkuī nǐ zài nàr first thing (in the morning) (早晨)头(頭)件事 (zǎochen) tóu jiàn shì last thing (at night) (晚上)最后(後)做的事 (wǎnshang) zuìhòu zuò de shì to follow one thing (up) with another thing 紧(緊)接着(著)一件事做另一件事 jǐnjiēzhe yī jiàn shì zuò lìng yī jiàn shì 1 (noun) in the sense of object Definition an object or entity that cannot or need not be precisely named What's that thing in the middle of the fountain? Synonyms object an object the shape of a coconut article household articles implement writing implements machine I put a coin in the machine and pulled the lever. device This device can measure minute quantities of matter. tool The best tool for the purpose is a pair of shears. instrument a thin tube-like optical instrument mechanism The heat-producing mechanism will switch itself on automatically. apparatus gadget a handy gadget for slicing vegetables gizmo (informal) contrivance They wear simple clothes and shun modern contrivances. whatsit (informal) `She's a whatsit.' `A masochist?' `That's the word.' doo-dah (informal) thingummy (informal) thingummyjig (informal) 2 (noun) in the sense of substance The Earth is mainly made of iron and silicon and things like that. Synonyms substance The substance that causes the problem comes from the barley. stuff The idea that we can be what we want has become the stuff of TV commercials. element being The music seemed to touch his very being. body the preface, followed by the main body of the article material the decomposition of organic material fabric small squares of red cotton fabric texture It is used in moisturisers to give them a silky texture. entity the concept of the earth as a living entity 3 (noun) in the sense of concept Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity Literacy isn't the same thing as intelligence. Synonyms concept She added that the concept of arranged marriages is misunderstood in the west. idea By the end of the week you will have a clearer idea of the system. notion the notion that musical ability is present from birth He has a realistic notion of his capabilities. conception The symphony is admirable in its conception. 4 (noun) in the sense of matter Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity There were far more serious things on my mind. Synonyms matter It was a private matter. issue Is it right for the Church to express a view on political issues? subject It was I who first raised the subject of moving to Canada. thought They had no thought for others who might get hurt. concern Politicians cannot ignore the concerns of young people. worry His last years were overshadowed by financial worry. topic They offer tips on topics such as home safety. preoccupation 5 (noun) in the sense of affair Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity This war thing is upsetting me. Synonyms affair The government has mishandled the whole affair. situation They looked at each other and weighed up the situation. state of affairs This state of affairs cannot continue for too long. state You shouldn't be lifting heavy things in your state. circumstance They say they will never, under any circumstances, be the first to use force. scenario That apocalyptic scenario cannot be ruled out. 6 (noun) in the sense of fact Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity The first thing parents want to know is what sex the baby is. Synonyms fact The lorries always left in the dead of night when there were few witnesses around to record the fact. detail Only minor details now remain to be settled. particular The nurses at the admission desk asked for her particulars. point factor piece of information 7 (noun) in the sense of feature Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Synonyms feature The gardens are a special feature of this property. point The most interesting point about the village is its religion. detail I recall every detail of the party. something particular factor Physical activity is an important factor in maintaining fitness. item The other item on the agenda is the tour. aspect Climate affects every aspect of our lives. facet The website documents every facet of the director's career. 8 (noun) in the sense of task Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity He will give you a list of things to do. Synonyms task He had the unenviable task of breaking the bad news. job Their main job is to preserve health rather than treat illness. activity Activities range from canoeing to birdwatching. act My insurance covers acts of sabotage. undertaking Organizing the show has been a massive undertaking. deed His heroic deeds were celebrated in every corner of the country. chore I find gardening a real chore. piece of business 9 (noun) in the sense of happening Definition an object, fact, circumstance, or concept considered as being a separate entity A strange thing happened. Synonyms happening plans to hire freelance reporters to cover the latest happenings event in the wake of recent events in Europe incident They have not based it on any incident from the past. proceeding The whole proceeding went very smoothly. phenomenon scientific explanations of this natural phenomenon occurrence Traffic jams are now a daily occurrence. eventuality When you go on holiday, try to be prepared for every eventuality. 10 (noun) in the sense of phobia (informal) I have a thing about spiders. Synonyms phobia She has a phobia of spiders. fear Flying was his greatest fear. complex (informal) I have never had a complex about my height. horror I felt numb with horror. terror I shook with terror whenever I flew in an aeroplane. hang-up (informal) I don't have any hang-ups about my body. aversion Many people have an aversion to insects. bee in your bonnet (informal) 11 (noun) in the sense of obsession Definition a preoccupation or obsession (informal) She's got a thing about red hair. Synonyms obsession yet another man with an obsession about football liking She had a liking for good clothes. preoccupation Success in her field has always been her preoccupation. mania They had a mania for travelling. quirk the quirks and foibles of people in everyday situations fetish I've got a bit of a shoe fetish. fixation Somebody has a fixation with you. soft spot predilection idée fixe (French) It is an idée fixe of mine that humanity should be doing more to save the plant. 12 (noun) in the sense of remark No, some things are better left unsaid. Synonyms remark She has made outspoken remarks on the issue. comment He made these comments at a news conference. statement He now disowns that statement, saying he was depressed when he made it. observation This book contains observations about the nature of outer space. declaration I signed a declaration allowing my doctor to disclose my medical details. utterance the Queen's public utterances pronouncement the President's latest pronouncement about the protection of minorities 13 (noun) in the sense of possessions Definition a possession, article of clothing, etc. She told him to take his things and not come back. Synonyms possessions stuff He pointed to a duffle bag. `That's my stuff.' gear They helped us put our gear in the van. belongings goods effects clothes luggage Leave your luggage in the hotel. baggage excess baggage bits and pieces paraphernalia a large courtyard full of builders' paraphernalia clobber (British, slang) His house is filled with a load of old clobber. odds and ends chattels impedimenta 14 (noun) in the sense of equipment Definition a possession, article of clothing, etc. He forgot his shaving things. Synonyms equipment Exports of military equipment are banned. gear fishing gear tool stuff tackle fishing tackle implement kit I forgot my gym kit. apparatus He was rescued by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus. utensil The technique uses a single utensil to cook and serve. accoutrement 15 (noun) in the sense of circumstances Everyone agrees things are getting better. Synonyms circumstances the situation the state of affairs matters life affairs phrases See the thing See your thing Additional synonyms in the sense of act Definition something done My insurance covers acts of sabotage. Synonyms deed, action, step, performance, operation, doing, move, blow, achievement, stroke, undertaking, exploit, execution, feat, accomplishment, exertion in the sense of activity Definition any specific action or pursuit Activities range from canoeing to birdwatching. Synonyms pursuit, act, project, scheme, task, pleasure, interest, enterprise, undertaking, occupation, hobby, deed, endeavour, pastime, avocation in the sense of apparatus Definition a collection of equipment used for a particular purpose He was rescued by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus. Synonyms equipment, machine, tackle, gear, means, materials, device, tools, implements, mechanism, outfit, machinery, appliance, utensils, contraption (informal) Synonyms of 'thing' thing Explore 'thing' in the dictionary Additional synonyms in the sense of complex Definition an obsession or phobia I have never had a complex about my height. Synonyms obsession, preoccupation, phobia, fixation, fixed idea, idée fixe in the sense of conception Definition a notion, idea, or plan The symphony is admirable in its conception. Synonyms idea, plan, design, image, concept, notion in the sense of concern Definition something that is of interest or importance to a person Politicians cannot ignore the concerns of young people. Synonyms affair, issue, matter, consideration in the sense of contrivance Definition the act or power of contriving They wear simple clothes and shun modern contrivances. Synonyms device, machine, equipment, gear, instrument, implement, mechanism, invention, appliance, apparatus, gadget, contraption (informal) in the sense of declaration Definition an official announcement or statement I signed a declaration allowing my doctor to disclose my medical details. Synonyms statement, testimony, deposition, attestation in the sense of deed Definition a notable achievement His heroic deeds were celebrated in every corner of the country. Synonyms action, act, performance, achievement, exploit, feat in the sense of detail Definition an item considered to be unimportant Only minor details now remain to be settled. Synonyms fine point, part, particular, trifle, technicality, nicety, minutiae, triviality, unimportant point, matter of no importance or consequence in the sense of detail Definition an item that is considered separately I recall every detail of the party. Synonyms point, fact, feature, particular, respect, factor, count, item, instance, element, aspect, specific, component, facet, technicality in the sense of device Definition a machine or tool used for a particular purpose This device can measure minute quantities of matter. Synonyms gadget, machine, tool, instrument, implement, invention, appliance, apparatus, gimmick, utensil, contraption (informal), widget (informal), contrivance, waldo, gizmo or gismo (slang) in the sense of entity Definition something that exists in its own right and not merely as part of a bigger thing the concept of the earth as a living entity Synonyms thing, being, body (informal), individual, object, presence, existence, substance, quantity, creature, organism Additional synonyms in the sense of event Definition a planned and organized occasion in the wake of recent events in Europe Synonyms incident, happening, experience, matter, affair, occasion, proceeding, fact, business, circumstance, episode, adventure, milestone, occurrence, escapade in the sense of eventuality Definition a possible occurrence or result When you go on holiday, try to be prepared for every eventuality. Synonyms possibility, event, likelihood, probability, case, chance, contingency in the sense of fabric Definition any cloth made from yarn or fibres by weaving or knitting small squares of red cotton fabric Synonyms cloth, material, stuff, textile, web in the sense of facet Definition an aspect of something, such as a personality The website documents every facet of the director's career. Synonyms aspect, part, face, side, phase, angle in the sense of factor Definition an element that contributes to a result Physical activity is an important factor in maintaining fitness. Synonyms element, thing, point, part, cause, influence, item, aspect, circumstance, characteristic, consideration, component, determinant in the sense of fear Definition something that causes fear Flying was his greatest fear. Synonyms bugbear, bête noire, horror, nightmare, anxiety, terror, dread, spectre, phobia, bogey, thing (informal) in the sense of fetish Definition any object, activity, etc., to which one is excessively devoted I've got a bit of a shoe fetish. Synonyms fixation, obsession, mania, thing (informal), idée fixe in the sense of fixation Definition an obsessive interest in something Somebody has a fixation with you. Synonyms obsession, complex (informal), addiction, hang-up (informal), preoccupation, mania, infatuation, idée fixe, thing (informal) in the sense of gadget Definition a small mechanical device or appliance a handy gadget for slicing vegetables Synonyms device, thing, appliance, machine, tool, implement, invention, instrument, novelty, apparatus, gimmick, utensil, contraption (informal), gizmo (slang), contrivance, waldo in the sense of gear Definition clothing or personal belongings They helped us put our gear in the van. Synonyms possessions, things, effects, stuff, kit, luggage, baggage, belongings, paraphernalia, personal property, chattels Additional synonyms in the sense of gear Definition equipment for a particular task fishing gear Synonyms equipment, supplies, tackle, tools, instruments, outfit, rigging, rig, accessories, harness, apparatus, trappings, paraphernalia, accoutrements, appurtenances, equipage in the sense of hang-up Definition an emotional or psychological problem I don't have any hang-ups about my body. Synonyms preoccupation, thing (informal), problem, block, difficulty, obsession, mania, inhibition, phobia, fixation in the sense of horror Definition extreme fear or terror I felt numb with horror. Synonyms terror, fear, alarm, panic, dread, dismay, awe, fright, apprehension, consternation, trepidation (formal) in the sense of idea Definition a person's conception of something By the end of the week you will have a clearer idea of the system. Synonyms understanding, thought, view, sense, opinion, concept, impression, judgment, perception, conception, abstraction, estimation in the sense of idée fixe Definition an idea with which a person is obsessed It is an idée fixe of mine that humanity should be doing more to save the plant. Synonyms obsession, thing (informal), preoccupation, fixation, fixed idea, monomania, hobbyhorse, bee in your bonnet in the sense of implement Definition a tool or other piece of equipment writing implements Synonyms tool, machine, device, instrument, appliance, apparatus, gadget, utensil, contraption (informal), contrivance, agent in the sense of incident Definition an occurrence or event, esp. a minor one They have not based it on any incident from the past. Synonyms happening, event, affair, business, fact, matter, occasion, circumstance, episode, occurrence, escapade in the sense of instrument Definition a tool or implement, esp. one used for precision work a thin tube-like optical instrument Synonyms tool, device, implement, mechanism, appliance, apparatus, gadget, utensil, contraption (informal), contrivance, waldo in the sense of issue Definition a topic of interest or discussion Is it right for the Church to express a view on political issues? Synonyms topic, point, matter, problem, business, case, question, concern, subject, affair, argument, theme, controversy, can of worms (informal) in the sense of item Definition a single thing in a list or collection The other item on the agenda is the tour. Synonyms matter, point, issue, case, question, concern, detail, subject, feature, particular, affair, aspect, entry, theme, consideration, topic Additional synonyms in the sense of job Definition a piece of work Their main job is to preserve health rather than treat illness. Synonyms task, concern, duty, charge, work, business, role, operation, affair, responsibility, function, contribution, venture, enterprise, undertaking, pursuit, assignment, stint, chore, errand in the sense of kit Definition clothing and other personal effects, such as those of a soldier I forgot my gym kit. Synonyms gear, things, effects, dress, clothes, clothing, stuff, equipment, uniform, outfit, rig, costume, garments, baggage, equipage in the sense of liking Definition what one likes or prefers She had a liking for good clothes. Synonyms fondness, love, taste, desire, bent, stomach, attraction, weakness, tendency, preference, bias, affection, appreciation, inclination, thirst, affinity, penchant, propensity, soft spot, predilection, partiality, proneness in the sense of luggage Definition suitcases, trunks, and bags Leave your luggage in the hotel. Synonyms baggage, things, cases, bags, gear, trunks, suitcases, paraphernalia, impedimenta in the sense of machine Definition an assembly of components arranged so as to perform a particular task and usually powered by electricity I put a coin in the machine and pulled the lever. Synonyms appliance, device, apparatus, engine (obsolete), tool, instrument, mechanism, gadget, contraption (informal), gizmo (informal), contrivance in the sense of mania Definition an obsessional enthusiasm or liking They had a mania for travelling. Synonyms obsession, passion, thing (informal), desire, rage, enthusiasm, craving, preoccupation, craze, fad (informal), fetish, fixation, partiality in the sense of material Definition the substance of which a thing is made the decomposition of organic material Synonyms substance, body, matter, stuff, elements, constituents in the sense of mechanism Definition a system of moving parts that performs some function, esp. in a machine The heat-producing mechanism will switch itself on automatically. Synonyms machine, system, structure, device, tool, instrument, appliance, apparatus, contrivance in the sense of notion Definition an idea or opinion the notion that musical ability is present from birthHe has a realistic notion of his capabilities. Synonyms idea, view, opinion, belief, concept, impression, judgment, sentiment, conception, apprehension, inkling, mental image or picture, picture in the sense of observation Definition a comment or remark This book contains observations about the nature of outer space. Synonyms comment, finding, thought, note, statement, opinion, remark, explanation, reflection, exposition, utterance, pronouncement, annotation, elucidation, obiter dictum Additional synonyms in the sense of occurrence Definition something that happens Traffic jams are now a daily occurrence. Synonyms incident, happening, event, fact, matter, affair, proceeding, circumstance, episode, adventure, phenomenon, transaction in the sense of paraphernalia Definition various articles or bits of equipment a large courtyard full of builders' paraphernalia Synonyms equipment, things, effects, material, stuff, tackle, gear, baggage, apparatus, belongings, clobber (British, slang), accoutrements, impedimenta, appurtenances, equipage in the sense of particular Definition an item of information The nurses at the admission desk asked for her particulars. Synonyms detail, fact, feature, item, circumstance, specification in the sense of phenomenon Definition anything that can be perceived as an occurrence or fact scientific explanations of this natural phenomenon Synonyms occurrence, happening, fact, event, incident, circumstance, episode in the sense of point Definition a characteristic The most interesting point about the village is its religion. Synonyms aspect, detail, feature, side, quality, property, particular, respect, item, instance, characteristic, topic, attribute, trait, facet, peculiarity, nicety in the sense of preoccupation Success in her field has always been her preoccupation. Synonyms obsession, concern, hang-up (informal), fixation, pet subject, hobbyhorse, idée fixe, bee in your bonnet in the sense of proceeding Definition an act or course of action The whole proceeding went very smoothly. Synonyms action, process, procedure, move, act, step, measure, venture, undertaking, deed, occurrence, course of action in the sense of pronouncement Definition a formal announcement the President's latest pronouncement about the protection of minorities Synonyms announcement, statement, declaration, judgment, decree, manifesto, proclamation, notification, edict, dictum, promulgation, pronunciamento in the sense of quirk Definition a peculiarity of character the quirks and foibles of people in everyday situations Synonyms peculiarity, eccentricity, mannerism, foible, idiosyncrasy, habit, fancy, characteristic, trait, whim, oddity, caprice, fetish, aberration, kink, vagary, singularity, idée fixe in the sense of scenario Definition an imagined sequence of future events That apocalyptic scenario cannot be ruled out. Synonyms situation, sequence of events, chain of events, course of events, series of developments Additional synonyms in the sense of thought They had no thought for others who might get hurt. Synonyms concern, care, regard, anxiety, sympathy, compassion, thoughtfulness, solicitude, attentiveness in the sense of tool Definition an implement, such as a hammer, saw, or spade, that is used by hand to help do a particular type of work The best tool for the purpose is a pair of shears. Synonyms implement, device, appliance, apparatus, machine, instrument, gadget, utensil, contraption (informal), contrivance in the sense of topic Definition a subject of a speech, book, conversation, etc. They offer tips on topics such as home safety. Synonyms subject, point, question, issue, matter, theme, text, thesis, subject matter in the sense of undertaking Definition a task or enterprise Organizing the show has been a massive undertaking. Synonyms task, business, operation, project, game, attempt, effort, affair, venture, enterprise, endeavour in the sense of utensil Definition a tool or container for practical use The technique uses a single utensil to cook and serve. Synonyms implement, tool, instrument, aid, machine, device, mechanism, appliance, apparatus, gadget, gimmick (informal), contraption, gizmo (informal), contrivance in the sense of utterance Definition something expressed in speech or writing the Queen's public utterances Synonyms speech, words, statement, comment, opinion, remark, expression, announcement, observation, declaration, reflection, pronouncement in the sense of whatsit `She's a whatsit.' `A masochist?' `That's the word.' Synonyms thingummy, whatever it is (informal), whatchamacallit (informal), what's-its-name, thingummyjig (informal), oojamaflip (informal), thing in the sense of worry Definition a state or feeling of anxiety His last years were overshadowed by financial worry. Synonyms anxiety, concern, care, fear, trouble, misery, disturbance, torment, woe, irritation, unease, apprehension, misgiving, annoyance, trepidation (formal), perplexity, vexation
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