G-string

noun

ˈjē-ˌstriŋ How to pronounce G-string (audio)
: an article of clothing that consists of a thin strip of cloth covering the genitals with the back portion made up of a string-like piece of fabric that passes between the buttocks and connects with a very thin waistband

Note: A G-string is typically worn as an article of underwear or swimwear or as part of the attire of a striptease dancer.

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In the image, the Griselda actress could be seen sunbathing in a plunging red bikini, which featured a halterneck top accented with a tie in front and a pair of matching cheeky G-string thong bikini bottoms. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 11 July 2026 Passengers were advised to avoid wearing G-strings, thongs, monokinis and mankinis while visiting the island. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 6 June 2026 Not even Jonah will break from putting notes in strippers’ G-strings to take his call for old time’s sake. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026 Bare Necessities asks that travelers sit on a towel while nude (or in a thong or G-string). — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 15 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for G-string

Word History

Etymology

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First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of G-string was in 1878

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“G-string.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/G-string. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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