Word: THROUGH
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of THROUGH
- A large slab of stone laid in a dry-stone wall from one side to the other; a perpend.
- Passing from one side of something to the other.
"Interstate highways form a nationwide system of through roads."
- Finished; complete.
"They were through with laying the subroof by noon."
- Without a future; done for.
"After being implicated in the scandal, he was through as an executive in financial services."
- From one side to the other by way of the interior.
"The arrow went straight through."
- From one end to the other.
"Others slept; he worked straight through."
- To the end.
"He said he would see it through."
- From one side of an opening to the other.
"I went through the window."
- Entering, then later leaving.
"I drove through the town at top speed without looking left or right."
- Surrounded by (while moving).
"We slogged through the mud for hours before turning back and giving up."
- A coffin, sarcophagus or tomb of stone; a large slab of stone laid on a tomb.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "through", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "through" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is THROUGH a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is THROUGH worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in THROUGH? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing THROUGH:
- # the through effect
- # master of through
- # playing with through
- # in terms of through
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