Throughout

θruˈaʊt

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In every part or aspect of something; all the way through.

The new policy was implemented throughout the organization.

During the entire duration of a specified time.

He remained calm throughout the storm.

In every part of a particular area.

The festival attracted visitors from throughout the city.

Used to indicate that something happens continuously in a particular period.

The museum is open throughout the year.

Middle English: from 'thorough' + 'out'

throughout the year

During the entire year.

throughout history

In all periods of history.

throughout the night

During the entire night.

through

In one side and out the other side of something.

out

Moving or appearing to move away from a particular place.