Thong (noun) refers to a narrow strip of fabric at the back that connects to a waistband in a piece of swimwear or underwear, leaving the cheeks exposed. In some regions, it also denotes a thong sandal with a Y-shaped strap. The term is predominantly used in fashion contexts and can carry casual, playful, or cheeky connotations depending on usage. It’s pronounced with a short, crisp initial sound followed by a high-front vowel and a palatalized final vowel.
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