thing (EN)

noun

noun “thing”

1. something that exists on its own, whether it's an object, quality, or idea
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   Happiness is an intangible thing that everyone seeks.
2. items that one owns, such as clothing or equipment
   Before we leave for the camping trip, make sure you pack all your things in the backpack.
3. the most recent trend or style that has become popular
   Wearing vintage clothes is now the thing among high school students.
4. a habit that is commonly practiced in a particular culture or by a particular group
   Drinking beer from a 1 liter mug is a German thing.
5. something that genuinely exists, often surprisingly or unexpectedly
   You're telling me people have yoga classes with goats now? Is that actually a thing?
6. a package or amount of a consumable product
   I ran out of toothpaste, so I picked up a new thing of it while I was at the supermarket.
7. a problem
   She seems perfect for the job, but the thing is, her schedule might not align with our project timeline.
8. any living creature
   Look at that tiny kitten shivering in the cold; what a helpless little thing it is.
9. a way to refer to the preceding noun in a dismissive or vague manner
   She keeps talking about the relationship thing, but I'm not ready for that kind of commitment.
10. something that a person particularly enjoys or is interested in
    Playing chess is her thing; she loves the strategy involved.
11. one's characteristic routine
    When the band hit the stage, they did their thing and the crowd went wild.
12. a romantic relationship
    Jake and Anna have a thing going on.