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to scour
01
to clean something thoroughly by scrubbing it hard with a rough or tough material
Transitive: to scour sth
Examples
She scoured the pots and pans to remove the stuck-on food.
02
to conduct a thorough search of a place, text, or area in order to find something
Transitive: to scour sth
Examples
The police scoured the neighborhood for any signs of the missing person.
03
to wash or clear something by using a swift current of water
Transitive: to scour sth
Examples
The river scoured the rocks, leaving them smooth and shiny.
04
to remove dirt or unwanted matter by vigorous rubbing
Transitive: to scour dirt or a stain
Examples
He scoured the rust from the metal parts with a wire brush.
Scour
01
a place that is scoured (especially by running water)
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