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string
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- pronunciation:
- strIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a cord or thin rope.
He tied a string to his balloon.
- synonyms:
- lace, line
- similar words:
- cord, rope, strand, tie, twine
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definition 2: |
something like a string.
These strings of spaghetti aren't fully cooked.- similar words:
- length, rope, strand, thread
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definition 3: |
a necklace made of pearls or beads placed on a cord with a thread.
She wore a string of pearls to the fancy dinner.- similar words:
- beads, necklace, strand
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definition 4: |
a series of things arranged or happening in order.
The string of accidents made me uneasy.- synonyms:
- series
- similar words:
- cascade, chain, line, run, train
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definition 5: |
a thin cord or wire on a musical instrument that makes a sound when plucked or played with a bow.
I need to buy a new string for my violin. |
definition 6: |
(plural) musical instruments that have strings.
The strings are an important part of an orchestra. |
related words: |
course, instrument, lace, tether, twine |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
strings, stringing, strung |
definition 1: |
to supply with a string or strings.
He strung his guitar.- similar words:
- bind, lash, tie
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definition 2: |
to thread on a cord or string.
She will string the beads to make a necklace.- similar words:
- link
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definition 3: |
to stretch between two points.
We strung the clothesline between two trees.- similar words:
- hang, stretch, suspend
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related words: |
line |
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