Meaning & Definition of word "Thick"

Thick

/θɪk/

noun:

  • 1. the quality of being thick.
    • Example: He enjoys the thick of the forest during his hikes.

adjective:

  • 1. having a large distance between opposite sides; not thin.
    • Example: She wore a thick sweater to keep warm in the winter.
  • 2. having a relatively high density; viscous or heavy.
    • Example: The soup was too thick to pour easily.
  • 3. having a large or considerable amount of something.
    • Example: The walls were covered in thick layers of paint.
  • 4. difficult to see through; opaque.
    • Example: The fog was so thick that I could barely see the road ahead.
  • 5. close together; crowded.
    • Example: The trees were thick in the forest, making it hard to walk through.

adverb:

  • 1. in a thick manner.
    • Example: The paint was applied thick over the canvas.

Etymology

Middle English thik, from Old Norse þykr.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thick as thieves:

Very close or friendly.

thick of it:

In the middle of a chaotic or intense situation.

thick-skinned:

Insensitive to criticism.

Related Words

thickness:

The state or quality of being thick.

thicken:

To make or become thick.

Slang Meanings of thick

Meaning: A term of endearment for a curvy person.

Example Sentence: She is thick, and I think she looks great.

Meaning: Referring to someone who is not very smart.

Example Sentence: Don't be thick, it's easy!