THROUGH
preposition
Definitions
- 1. From end to end of, or from side to side of; from one surface or limit of, to the opposite; into and out of at the opposite, or at another, point; as, to bore through a piece of timber, or through a board; a ball passes through the side of a ship.
- 2. Between the sides or walls of; within; as, to pass through a door; to go through an avenue. Through the gate of ivory he dismissed His valiant offspring. Dryden.
- 3. By means of; by the agency of. Through these hands this science has passed with great applause. Sir W. Temple. Material things are presented only through their senses. Cheyne.
- 4. Over the whole surface or extent of; as, to ride through the country; to look through an account.
- 5. Among or in the midst of; -- used to denote passage; as, a fish swims through the water; the light glimmers through a thicket.
- 6. From the beginning to the end of; to the end or conclusion of; as, through life; through the year.
Other Definitions
This word also has 2 other definitions:
THROUGH
(adjective)
Going or extending through; going, extending, or serving from the beginning to the end; thorough; complete; as, a through line; a through ticket; a th...
THROUGH
(adverb)
1. From one end or side to the other; as, to pierce a thing through.
2. From beginning to end; as, to read a letter through.
3. To the end; to a con...
Added: October 09, 2025
Updated: October 09, 2025
