All Definitions for String
Below are all the dictionary definitions of string:
1A long, thin and flexible structure made from threads twisted together.
2Any similar long, thin and flexible object.
3A segment of wire (typically made of plastic or metal) or other material used as vibrating element on a musical instrument.
4A length of nylon or other material on the head of a racquet.
5A thread or cord on which a number of objects or parts are strung or arranged in close and orderly succession
6Hence, a line or series of things arranged on a thread, or as if so arranged.
7A cohesive substance taking the form of a string.
8A series of items or events.
9A slightly elevated (long, thin) peat ridge in a bog.
10The members of a sports team or squad regarded as most likely to achieve success. (Perhaps metaphorical as the "strings" that hold the squad together.) Often first string, second string etc.
11In various games and competitions, a certain number of turns at play, of rounds, etc.
12A drove of horses, or a group of racehorses kept by one owner or at one stable.
13An ordered sequence of text characters stored consecutively in memory and capable of being processed as a single entity.
14A stringed instrument.
15The stringed instruments as a section of an orchestra, especially those played by a bow, or the persons playing those instruments.
16The conditions and limitations in a contract collectively.
17A tiny one-dimensional string-like entity, the main object of study in string theory, a branch of theoretical physics.
18Cannabis or marijuana.
19Part of the game of billiards, where the order of the play is determined by testing who can get a ball closest to the bottom rail by shooting it onto the end rail.
20The points made in a game of billiards.
21The line from behind and over which the cue ball must be played after being out of play, as by being pocketed or knocked off the table
22Also called the string line.
23A strip, as of leather, by which the covers of a book are held together.
24A board supporting steps
25An inside range of ceiling planks, corresponding to the sheer strake on the outside and bolted to it.
26The tough fibrous substance that unites the valves of the pericarp of leguminous plants.
27A small, filamentous ramification of a metallic vein.
28A stringcourse.
29A hoax
30A fake story.
31Synonym of stable (“group of prostitutes managed by one pimp”).
32A column of drill pipe that transmits drilling fluid (using the mud pumps) and torque (using the kelly drive or top drive) to the drill bit.
33To put (items) on a string.
34To put strings on (something).
35To form into a string or strings, as a substance which is stretched, or people who are moving along, etc.
36To drive the ball against the end of the table and back, in order to determine which player is to open the game.
37To deliberately state that a certain bird is present when it is not
38To knowingly mislead other birders about the occurrence of a bird, especially a rarity
39To misidentify a common bird as a rare species.
40The buttons strung on a wire by which the score is kept.
41A fibre, as of a plant
42A little fibrous root.
43A nerve or tendon of an animal body.
About antonyms for string
Finding the right antonym for string helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "A long, thin and flexible structure made from threads twisted together.", string has 1 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.
Each antonym carries a slightly different shade of opposition. Unstring is the most direct opposite in most situations.
When choosing an antonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal antonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual antonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all antonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best opposite word. The list above provides the most common and useful antonyms for string, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.