Strand Definition
strand
noun
- a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole; "he tried to pick up the strands of his former life"; "I could hear several melodic strands simultaneously"
- line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable
- a necklace made by a stringing objects together; "a string of beads"; "a strand of pearls"
- a very slender natural or synthetic fiber
- a poetic term for a shore (as the area periodically covered and uncovered by the tides)
- a street in west central London famous for its theaters and hotels
verb
- leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue; "the travellers were marooned"
- drive (a vessel) ashore
- bring to the ground; "the storm grounded the ship"
"Strand" in song lyrics
See how strand is used in real songs:
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"United we stand on our own while they clone our gene strand"
Diabolic f/ Coal, Taboo — Walk With Me -
"I can reveal the hidden like a hair strand"
Muphin — Drift -
"Produced clones of myself in one hair strand"
Warcloud f/ Skarekrow — Ghost Pirates (Old Los Angeles)
Words that rhyme with strand
Usage tips for "strand"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "strand" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for strand to find words that pair well.