adj Uncommon

threaded

Threaded (adj) means having a screw thread cut or formed into it. Example: “The pipe fitting had a threaded end for easy connection.”

adj

Having a screw thread cut or formed into it.

"The pipe fitting had a threaded end for easy connection."

Describing online messages grouped and displayed by their reply relationships rather than in plain chronological order.

"The forum switched to a threaded view so replies nested under the original post."

How to use threaded

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHaving a screw-like groove, or (for messages) organized by reply rather than by time.

Common pairings

threaded bolt threaded conversation threaded view

Word forms

more threaded comparative, most threaded superlative

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The pipe fitting had a _____ end for easy connection.

Etymology

From thread plus -ed.

Antonyms

unthreaded

Rhymes for threaded

jaded faded loaded headed shaded graded dreaded uploaded degraded beheaded upgraded unloaded

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Frequently asked questions

What does “threaded” mean?

The word “threaded” means having a screw thread cut or formed into it. In plain terms, having a screw-like groove, or (for messages) organized by reply rather than by time.

How do you use “threaded” in a sentence?

Here is “threaded” used in a sentence: “The pipe fitting had a threaded end for easy connection.”

What is the opposite of “threaded”?

The opposite of “threaded” — its antonyms — is unthreaded.

What part of speech is “threaded”?

“Threaded” is an adjective.

Is “threaded” a common word?

“Threaded” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “threaded” have?

“Threaded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a screw thread cut or formed into it.