Thorough vs. Thourough — What's the Difference?

In 17th century England, Thorough was a name given by Thomas Wentworth, 1st Earl of Strafford to a scheme of his to establish absolute monarchy in England. Although "Thorough" is largely attributed to Strafford, its implementation can also be accredited to the Archbishop of Canterbury William Laud.

Misspelling of thorough

Complete with regard to every detail; not superficial or partial

Exhaustively complete

Painstakingly accurate or careful

Absolute; utter

Variant of through.

Painstaking and careful not to miss or omit any detail.

Utter; complete; absolute.

(obsolete) Through.

A furrow between two ridges, to drain off the surface water.

Through.

Passing through; as, thorough lights in a house.

Passing through or to the end; hence, complete; perfect; as, a thorough reformation; thorough work; a thorough translator; a thorough poet.

Thoroughly.

Through.

A furrow between two ridges, to drain off the surface water.

Painstakingly careful and accurate;

Very thorough; exhaustively complete;