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Definition though in British English

though adverb, conjunction

adverb, conjunction
/ðəʊ/
Example

Though we are only a small country, we have a long and glorious history.

Example

The journey, though difficult, involved no real danger.

Example

He went on fighting even though he was wounded.

1.1

used after an adjective

Example

Poor though her family was, they would never ask for help.

Example

Odd though it may seem, I never found out his name.

2

used for introducing a statement that makes what you have just said seem less true or less likely

Example

I really enjoyed your lecture, though there were some parts I didn't quite understand.

Example

I departed willingly, though sadly.

Definition though in British English