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THREAD. A figurative expression used to signify the central line of a stream or water course. Harg. Tracts, 5; 4 Mason's Rep. 397; Holt's R. 490. Vide Filum aguae; Island; Water course; River.
A Law Dictionary, Adapted to the Constitution and Laws of the United States. By John Bouvier. Published 1856.