though

Though is defined as even if, or in spite of, the fact.

(conjunction)

An example of though is driving in the face of a very dangerous storm.

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See though in Webster's New World College Dictionary

conjunction

  1. in spite of the fact that; notwithstanding that; although: though the car was repaired, it rattled
  2. and yet: they will probably win, though no one else thinks so
  3. even if; supposing that: though he may fail, he will have tried

Origin: ME thah, thogh < OE theah & ON tho, akin to Ger doch, yet, however, Goth thauh

adverb

however; nevertheless: she sings well, though

See though in American Heritage Dictionary 4

conjunction
  1. Despite the fact that; although: He still argues, though he knows he's wrong. Even though it was raining, she walked to work.
  2. Conceding or supposing that; even if: Though they may not succeed, they will still try. See Usage Note at although.
adverb
  1. However; nevertheless: Snow is not predicted; we can expect some rain, though.
  2. Informal Used as an intensive: Wouldn't that beat all, though?

Origin:

Origin: Middle English

Origin: , of Scandinavian origin; see to- in Indo-European roots

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