thongs
nounColloquial
A Australian English slang term. Browse all Australian slang.
What it means
Flip-flops; rubber sandals held on by a strap between the toes. Not underwear — a misunderstanding that causes reliable embarrassment for visitors.
In use
You can't wear thongs to the office.
I've broken a thong, hang on.
Other forms
- Similar terms:
- double pluggers