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thumbnut
nounC1
/ˈθʌmnʌt/A small, typically hexagonal nut designed to be tightened and loosened by hand without tools.
thumbpiece
nounVery Rare
/ˈθʌmpiːs/A protruding part on an object, designed to be pressed or operated by the thumb.
thumbprint
nounB2
/ˈθʌmprɪnt/The impression or mark made by the pattern of ridges on the inner surface of a thumb, especially when inked and pressed onto a surface. Used as a unique identifier.
thumbs-down
nounC1
/ˌθʌmz ˈdaʊn/A gesture or signal of disapproval, rejection, or failure.
thumbs-up
nounB2
/ˌθʌmz ˈʌp/A gesture of approval, agreement, or encouragement, made by raising one's fist with the thumb extended upward.
thumbscrew
nounC1
/ˈθʌmskruː/A type of torture device consisting of a metal band with a screw mechanism, designed to crush a victim's thumb.
thumbstall
nounLow
/ˈθʌm.stɔːl/A protective covering for the thumb.
thumbtack
nounverb-transitiveIntermediate
/ˈθʌm.tæk/A short, sharp pin with a broad, flat head that can be pressed into a board or wall with the thumb, used for fastening papers or notices.
thummim
nounExtremely rare
/ˈθʊmɪm/An ancient object or objects used in biblical times, particularly associated with the priestly breastplate (hoshen), often mentioned together with 'urim', as instruments for divine revelation or decision-making.
thump
nounverbverb-intransitive+1B1
/θʌmp/A dull, heavy sound produced by a blow or impact; to hit something with such a sound.
thun
nounExtremely Low / Non-standard
/θʌn/ (if pronounced as spelled; not standard)Not a standard English word; a common misspelling of 'then' or 'than' in rapid informal writing, or a transcription error.
thunbergia
nounVery low
/θʌnˈbɜːdʒiə/A genus of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, commonly known as clock vines or black-eyed Susan vines.
thunder
nounverbverb-intransitive+1B1
/ˈθʌndə(r)/the loud, rumbling or crashing noise that follows a lightning flash during a storm
thunder bay
nounLow
/ˈθʌn.də ˌbeɪ/A large inland harbour, inlet, or bay, often associated with significant shipping, trade, or historical development.
thunder egg
nounLow
/ˈθʌndər ɛɡ/A spherical nodule-like geological formation, often hollow and lined with crystals or layers of agate, found in volcanic rock.
thunder mug
nounVery low
/ˈθʌndə ˌmʌɡ/A chamber pot, especially one used at night.
thunder sheet
nounC1/C2 (Specialized/Technical)
/ˈθʌn.də ˌʃiːt/A thin sheet of metal, shaken or struck to produce a sound imitating thunder in theatrical productions.
thunderbird
noununcommon
/ˈθʌndəbɜːd/A mythical bird in Native American folklore believed to create thunder.
thunderbolt
nounC1
/ˈθʌndəbəʊlt/A flash of lightning accompanied by a crash of thunder; a single discharge of lightning with the accompanying thunder.
thunderbox
nounC2
/ˈθʌndəbɒks/A crude or basic outdoor toilet, often a wooden box over a pit.

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