THROUGHGOING


Meaning of THROUGHGOING in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: through (II) + going, gerund of go

1. archaic : examination , overhauling

2. archaic : reprimand

II. adjective

Etymology: through (II) + going, present participle of go

1. : passing or extending all the way through

2. archaic : energetic

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