Thai
Americanadjective
noun
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Also called Thailander. a native or or inhabitant of Thailand, or a person of Thai descent.
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the language of Thailand, a member of the Tai group of languages.
adjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Thailand
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the language of Thailand, sometimes classified as belonging to the Sino-Tibetan family
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of Thai
First recorded in 1800–10; from Thai; literally, “free,” a self-designation
Example Sentences
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The rescue is similar to the case of the Thai youth football team, who were trapped in a cave for 18 days in 2018.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
He was recognized as a refugee by the U.N.’s refugee agency, but he was detained by Thai police and sent back to China days ahead of his family’s planned resettlement in Canada.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
While many have shown solidarity online, he said Thai laws left him feeling abandoned.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
The brokerage also cuts its 2026-2028 dividend payout ratio assumption for the Thai company to 23% from 45% after Srisawad paid only 23% in 2025.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
"Thai is not a still life," said Mr. Kravitz, his voice dripping with sarcasm.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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