Definitions
n. a long, thin fibre used for sewing
线；细线
n. a connected sequence of ideas or online messages
思路；讨论串
v. to pass thread or another thin object through an opening
穿线；穿过
Example
I need some blue thread to mend this shirt.
我需要一些蓝线来补这件衬衫。
Clear transitions help readers follow the thread of an argument in a complex academic essay.
清晰的过渡能帮助读者理解复杂学术文章中的论证思路。
Collocations
- sewing thread
- thread a needle
- lose the thread
- discussion thread
Usage tip
lose the thread指跟不上谈话或文章的思路。
FAQ
- What does thread mean?
- a long, thin fibre used for sewing a connected sequence of ideas or online messages to pass thread or another thin object through an opening
- How is thread pronounced?
- UK /θred/, US /θred/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
