Meaning of the word "thumb through" in English
What does "thumb through" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
thumb through
US /θʌm/
UK /θʌm/
Phrasal Verb
to turn the pages of a book or magazine quickly, without reading everything
Example:
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I like to thumb through old photo albums.
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She quickly thumbed through the report to find the relevant section.
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