1. Noun
Whatever exists, or is conceived to exist, as a separate entity, whether animate or inanimate; any separable or distinguishable object of thought.
2. Noun
An inanimate object, in distinction from a living being; any lifeless material.
3. Noun
A transaction or occurrence; an event; a deed.
4. Noun
A portion or part; something.
5. Noun
A diminutive or slighted object; any object viewed as merely existing; -- often used in pity or contempt.
6. Noun
Clothes; furniture; appurtenances; luggage; as, to pack or store one's things.
7. Noun
Whatever may be possessed or owned; a property; -- distinguished from person.
8. Noun
In Scandinavian countries, a legislative or judicial assembly.
9. Noun
a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion; "he has a thing about seafood"; "she has a thing about him"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
10. Noun
a special objective; "the thing is to stay in bounds"
Vocabulary classified under Environmental science
11. Noun
an artifact; "how does this thing work?"
Vocabulary classified under History
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