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the throng

/ðə θrɔŋ/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals.

Example Sentences:
  • She lost sight of her friends in the throng of concertgoers.
  • The celebrity quickly disappeared into the thronging crowd.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the definite article 'the' and the noun 'throng', which comes from Old English 'þrang' (crowd, press, tumult), related to 'þringan' meaning to press, crowd, or throng.

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Think of 'the throng' as a strong, packed crowd moving along.

Frequently Asked Questions About “the throng

1. What is the meaning of “the throng” in English?

In English, the throng (noun) is defined as: “A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals.”.

2. How do you use “the throng” in a sentence?

She lost sight of her friends in the throng of concertgoers.

3. What are English synonyms of “the throng”?

Common synonyms include:the crowd,the multitude,the mob,the horde

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “the throng”?

Derived from the definite article 'the' and the noun 'throng', which comes from Old English 'þrang' (crowd, press, tumult), related to 'þringan' meaning to press, crowd, or throng.