(engineering) Consisting of two threads twisted together; using two threads.

(computing) A thread of execution that is scheduled by a virtual machine, not natively by the underlying operating system.

lace made from linen thread

(Greek mythology) A metaphor for the lifespan of an individual, as generated by Clotho, measured out by Lachesis and terminated by Atropos. / (poetic) DNA. / The link of inheritance from past to present.

(medicine, historical) A thread of linen treated with celluloid, used for sutures.

(figuratively) To get distracted and lose track of something (one's train of thought, a conversation).

plural of thread snake

plural of thread lace

A recurring characteristic or theme present in different events or areas.

plural of thread-paper