Phrase guide

plough through

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To persevere with an activity of consuming something, both literally and figuratively.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I ploughed through two helpings, but then I didn't have room for any more.
  • If you can plough through the first three chapters, then the plot starts to get interesting.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To forcefully make a passage to move through.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I managed to plough through the crowds and get to the information desk.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Danish: pløje igennem — To persevere with an activity of consuming something
  • Danish: pløje gennem — To persevere with an activity of consuming something
  • Danish: pløje igennem — To forcefully make a passage to move through
  • Danish: pløje gennem — To forcefully make a passage to move through