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thready

1 antonym for thready — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Resembling a thread; thin and stringy.

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thready pulse

The "weak pulse" sense is mainly used in medical contexts.

Etymology

From thread plus -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “thready” mean?
The word “thready” means resembling a thread; thin and stringy. In plain terms, thin and stringy like a thread, or, in medical use, a weak and faint pulse.
How do you use “thready” in a sentence?
Here is “thready” used in a sentence: “The soup had a thready texture from the shredded chicken.”
What part of speech is “thready”?
“Thready” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “thready” have?
“Thready” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: resembling a thread; thin and stringy.

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