The term 'HOLE THING' can be solved by two crossword solutions: TORUS (5 letters) and SPADE (5 letters). A torus is a three-dimensional shape with a hole in the middle, like a doughnut. It is a surface of revolution generated by revolving a circle in three-dimensional space about an axis coplanar with the circle. A SPADE is a tool used for digging, typically consisting of a flat, rectangular-shaped blade with a handle attached to it. It is commonly used for digging holes in the ground, such as for planting trees or flowers.