String ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

String ( noun )

1. A thin piece of cord or thread used for fastening or tying.
2. A thin strip of material, such as leather or plastic, with a row of holes for fastening or adjustment.
3. A thin cord or wire on a musical instrument, such as a guitar or piano, that vibrates to produce sound when plucked or struck.
4. A set or sequence of similar or related things.
5. A series of events or circumstances.

Origin:

Old english, from a germanic word related to dutch streng and german strang.

Examples:

1. He tied the package with string.
2. She wore a string of pearls.
3. He broke a string on his guitar.
4. A string of robberies.
5. The string of defeats.

(As a verb)

String ( verb )

1. A thin piece of cord or thread used for fastening or tying.
2. A thin strip of material, such as leather or plastic, with a row of holes for fastening or adjustment.
3. A thin cord or wire on a musical instrument, such as a guitar or piano, that vibrates to produce sound when plucked or struck.
4. A set or sequence of similar or related things.
5. A series of events or circumstances.

Origin:

Old english, from a germanic word related to dutch streng and german strang.

Examples:

1. He tied the package with string.
2. She wore a string of pearls.
3. He broke a string on his guitar.
4. A string of robberies.
5. The string of defeats.