noun
Uncommon
threads
threhdz
Threads (noun) means informal word for clothes. Example: “He showed up in some sharp new threads for the interview.”
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Informal word for clothes.
"Mark Zuckerberg is revamping his public image with new threads. With a trio of bold shirts worn in recent appearances, he’s communicating that he came, he saw, he conquered and he will win again at any cost."
— Blake Montgomery, Zuckerberg Augustus: Meta’s emperor rebrands in new clothes (2024)
"He showed up in some sharp new threads for the interview."
"I need to buy some new threads before the wedding next month."
"Those are cool threads, where did you get them?"
How to use threads
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for clothing.
When to use it
Informal and slightly dated slang, often used playfully.
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What does “threads” mean?
The word “threads” means informal word for clothes. In plain terms, slang for clothing.
How do you pronounce “threads”?
“Threads” is pronounced threhdz (/θɾ̪̊ɛdz/ in IPA).
How do you use “threads” in a sentence?
Here is “threads” used in a sentence: “He showed up in some sharp new threads for the interview.”
What part of speech is “threads”?
“Threads” is a noun.
Is “threads” a common word?
“Threads” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What does "threads" mean as slang for clothes?
As informal slang, "threads" refers to a person's clothes or outfit, as in "nice threads." It is used casually to comment on someone's clothing, often with an appreciative tone.
Is "threads" formal or informal when it means clothes?
"Threads" in this sense is informal slang and is not appropriate for formal or professional writing. "Clothes" or "attire" would be the more neutral or formal choice in those contexts.
What is the difference between "threads" meaning clothes and "thread" meaning sewing string?
"Thread" in the singular usually refers to the thin strand of material used in sewing or weaving. "Threads," used only in the plural, is an informal, unrelated slang term meaning clothes rather than actual sewing thread.
