1 definition found for Thong seal

Thong Thong, n. [OE. thong, [thorn]wong, thwang, AS. [thorn]wang; akin to Icel. [thorn]vengr a thong, latchet. [root]57. Cf. Twinge.] A strap of leather; especially, one used for fastening anything. And nails for loosened spears, and thongs for shields, provide. --Dryden. Thong seal (Zo["o]l.), the bearded seal. See the Note under Seal.