see through

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verb

saw through; seen through; seeing through; sees through
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transitive verb

: to grasp the true nature of
saw through the scheme

see-through

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adjective

ˈsē-ˌthrü How to pronounce see-through (audio)
: transparent sense 1

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Adjective consumers pretty much expect see-through packaging for bacon a designer whose see-through clothes scandalized the fashion world back in the 1960s
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The idea was to film with one camera, and as seen through the eyes of an individual rather than the eyes of an editing room. — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026 The Chosen, from 5&2 Studios, is a historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 27 July 2026
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The single pleat elongates the leg, and the lining ensures zero see-through. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 In new imagery unveiled on July 15, the 54-year-old actress modeled three completely see-through ensembles. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for see through

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1851, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of see through was in 1851

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“See through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/see%20through. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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