Why is the word "thread" so weird?

Paco Dennis

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Thread can mean

"1. thin string of cotton, wool, silk, etc. used for sewing or making cloth

2. an idea or a feature that is part of something greater; an idea that connects the different parts of something
"

here is the weird part it can also mean

"3. the raised line that runs around the length of a screw and that allows it to be fixed in place by twisting"

how are they related?

"word origin...Old English thrǣd (noun), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch draad and German Draht, also to the verb throw. The verb dates from late Middle English."

https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/us/definition/english/thread_1
 

It seems to me, :rolleyes:like many words have some root , or concept, or a history of usage that evolved over time, that applies to the meaning,

and then, that the word is often used somewhat metaphorically in addition.....which I guess would pertain to the first 2 meanings, above.;)

That third one, in my mind, is as if a thread is wrapped around the screw, forming that twisting raised line on its surface....but of course,
I don't really know what I'm talking about. :geek::LOL::ROFLMAO:

I am Just sharing my thoughts and ideas.
I love curiosity. :)

Why is it, that the sky is painted blue?????:giggle::unsure::sneaky::whistle::whistle:
 

Why is the word "thread" so weird?​


I am Just sharing my thoughts and ideas.
Mine;

Because they tend to wend their way thru yer grey matter
"3. the raised line that runs around the length of a screw and that allows it to be fixed in place by twisting"
and when you post a smart ass reply in a thread, (like I'm doing now) most times you end up screwed
 
I think I might have had some spiroids,
in my vegetable soup, last night. :unsure::rolleyes:
There's some leftover, if you'd like to try some.:giggle::)

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Then again, it might be that there's a web of spiroids, :LOL:
on the porch stairs, near the doorway. They're probably looking for someplace warmer to go, with winter coming closer.
 


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