thing

/θɪŋ/
noun
  1. An object, item, or entity that is not specifically named.
    • She picked up a small, shiny thing from the ground.
    • What is that thing on the table?
    • I need to buy a few things at the store.
  2. An action, event, idea, or matter.
    • A strange thing happened last night.
    • The best thing to do is apologize.
    • I have a lot of things to discuss with you.
  3. A characteristic or quality of a person or thing.
    • The thing I like most about her is her honesty.
    • His thing is making people laugh.
    • Patience is a good thing to have.
  4. Used to refer to a situation or activity that is typical or familiar.
    • They have this thing where they meet every Friday.
    • It's a guy thing — I don't expect you to understand.
    • Running marathons is not my thing.
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