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That which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.

A word, symbol, sign, or other referent that can be used to refer to any entity.

An individual object or distinct entity.

(legal)

Whatever can be owned.

Corporeal object.

(in the plural) Possessions or equipment; stuff; gear.

(with ''the'') The latest fad or fashion.

(informal) A custom or practice.

(genuine phenomenon) (with ''a'') A genuine concept, entity or phenomenon; something that actually exists (often contrary to expectation or belief).

(informal) A unit or container, usually containing consumable goods.

(informal) A problem, dilemma, or complicating factor.

(with ''the'') The central point; the crux.

(penis) (euphemism) A penis.

(euphemism) A vulva or vagina.

A living being or creature.

{{ng|Used after a noun to refer dismissively to the situation surrounding the noun's referent.}}

(negative polarity) That which is favoured; personal preference.

(with "do") One's typical routine, habits, or manner.

(historical) A public assembly or judicial council in a Germanic country.

(informal) A romantic relationship.

(informal) A romantic couple.

(MLE) (ting).

(MLE) Girl; attractive woman.

(rare) To express as a thing; to reify.