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Throughout: Definition, Common Uses & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：in every part (throughout)
throughout
/θruːˈaʊt/
prep./adv.
It means in every part of a place or area.
in every part
➕
/ɪn ˈevri pɑːrt/
prep./adv.
Used to indicate that something exists or happens in all areas or sections of a particular place.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From 'through' (from one end to the other) + 'out' (outside, completely). Means 'completely through and out'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think: 'THROUGH a place and OUT the other side' covers every part.
📖 Example
The WiFi signal is strong throughout the library, so you can study anywhere.
This indicates the strong signal covers all areas of the library, allowing for studying anywhere.
🔗 Collocations
throughout the world – in all parts of the world
throughout the country – in every region of the country
throughout the city – in all areas of the city
🔄 Synonyms
all over (prep./adv.) – in every part of a place
everywhere in (phrase) – in all locations within a specified area
across (prep.) – from one side to the other of a place, covering it
🚫 Antonyms
nowhere in (phrase) – in no part of a place
📖 Cultural Story
Originates from Old English 'thurhut', combining 'thurh' (through) and 'ut' (out). It began to signify complete coverage in space and time around the 14th century, reflecting a concept of totality.
Meaning 2：during the whole time (throughout)
throughout
/θruːˈaʊt/
prep./adv.
It means during the whole time that something is happening.
during the whole time
➕
/ˈdjʊərɪŋ ðə həʊl taɪm/
prep./adv.
Used to indicate that something happens or continues for the entire duration of a period.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The restaurant played soft music throughout our dinner, which made the meal very relaxing.
The music was continuous for the entire duration of the dinner, enhancing the relaxing atmosphere.
🔗 Collocations
throughout the year – during the entire year
throughout the night – for the whole night
throughout history – during the entire course of history
🔄 Synonyms
all through (prep.) – during the whole period of
for the duration of (phrase) – throughout the time that something lasts
during (prep.) – throughout the course of a period of time
🚫 Antonyms
at no point during (phrase) – not at any time within a period
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