Αναζήτηση
to scour
01
σπάζω, καθαρίζω
to clean something thoroughly by scrubbing it hard with a rough or tough material
Transitive: to scour sth
Example
She scoured the pots and pans to remove the stuck-on food.
The maid scoured the bathtub with a strong cleaner to remove soap scum.
He scoured the grill grates with a wire brush to remove burnt residue.
02
ξεσκονίζω, καθαρίζω με επιμέλεια
to conduct a thorough search of a place, text, or area in order to find something
Transitive: to scour sth
Example
The police scoured the neighborhood for any signs of the missing person.
He scoured the library shelves for the rare book he needed.
She scoured the report for any errors before submitting it.
03
αποκρούω, καθαρίζω
to wash or clear something by using a swift current of water
Transitive: to scour sth
Example
The river scoured the rocks, leaving them smooth and shiny.
The flood scoured the fields, removing layers of mud.
The heavy rain scoured the streets, washing away the debris.
04
σκουπίζω, γδέρνω
to remove dirt or unwanted matter by vigorous rubbing
Transitive: to scour dirt or a stain
Example
He scoured the rust from the metal parts with a wire brush.
She scoured the dirt off the clothes with a powerful detergent.
She scoured the stains out of the carpet with a scrubbing sponge.
Scour
01
σκάφη, καθαρισμένο μέρος
a place that is scoured (especially by running water)
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