Thing (noun)

1. An object that one need not, cannot, or does not wish to give a specific name to.
2. An inanimate material object as distinct from a living sentient being.
3. A situation or event that is thought about or spoken of.
4. An abstract entity or concept regarded as an object of knowledge.
5. A fact or aim that one refers to.
6. A detail or point.
7. An activity or topic of concern.

Origin:

Old english, of germanic origin; related to dutch ding and german ding, also to thanks.

Examples:

1. She picked up her things and left.
2. The thing on the table was a vase.
3. The thing is, we need to make a decision by tomorrow.
4. The most important thing to remember is to be kind to others.
5. The thing that bothers me the most is his lack of punctuality.
6. Watching movies is my favorite thing to do on the weekends.
7. The thing they have in common is their love for music.