Thai
Americanadjective
noun
plural
Thais,plural
Thai-
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
Etymology
Origin of Thai
First recorded in 1800–10; from Thai; literally, “free,” a self-designation
Example Sentences
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The name combines "Naga," a legendary serpent from Thai and Southeast Asian mythology, with "Titan," referencing the giants of Greek mythology.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
He wanted to hike in Griffith Park, hit up Thai Town for dinner and cozy up with some Nintendo “Mario Party.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026
His party Pheu Thai's insistence that from now on he will remain in the background could not stop feverish media speculation over what role he might still play in Thai politics.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
The Thai company sees demand for its new debentures as strong and expects full subscription.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
He raised the Thai noodles and fanned the smell upward —spicy peppers and cheesy goodness.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
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