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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

g-string

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.30 in modern English

Syllables
g-string
IPA
9
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A scanty covering for the genitalia, with a thin strip of fabric that passes between the buttocks.

noun

A type of loincloth or breechcloth.

noun

On a stringed musical instrument, the string that produces the note of G.

noun

Alternative spelling of G-string.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Possibly from girdle-string, attested from the 19th century, but uncertain.

Inflected Forms

G-strings (plural) G string (alternative)

Frequently Paired Words

fundoshi C-string

Synonyms

loincloth tanga thong

Questions

What does g-string mean?
A scanty covering for the genitalia, with a thin strip of fabric that passes between the buttocks.
Where does g-string come from?
Possibly from girdle-string, attested from the 19th century, but uncertain.

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