Throng
/θrɔŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A large, densely packed crowd of people.
A throng of fans gathered outside the concert venue, eager to see their favorite band.
A multitude or mass of something.
The garden was a throng of colorful flowers in full bloom.
verb
To gather, crowd, or press together in a large number.
Visitors thronged to the festival, eager to participate in the festivities.
To fill a place with a crowd or a mass of people.
As the parade began, spectators thronged the streets to catch a glimpse of the floats.
Etymology
From Middle English throngen, to press together; of uncertain origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to throng around
to gather in a crowd around someone or something.
throng of admirers
a large group of people showing admiration.
throng to
to go in a large group towards a place.
Related Words
crowd
A large number of people gathered together.
congregation
A group of people assembled for religious worship.
mob
A large crowd of people, often behaving in a disorderly or aggressive way.
Slang Meanings
A large gathering of people, often used in a casual context.
There was a throng at the concert last night.
Used to describe a chaotic or noisy crowd.
The throng at the club was wild!