Scour definition

Scour

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WordNet

(1) A place that is scoured (especially by running water)

(2) Rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid

"Flush the wound with antibiotics"

"Purge the old gas tank"

(3) Clean with hard rubbing

"She scrubbed his back"

(4) Rub hard or scrub

"Scour the counter tops"

(5) Examine minutely

"The police scoured the country for the fugitive"

WiktionaryText

To clean, polish, or wash something by scrubbing it vigorously.

He scoured the burner pans, to remove the burnt spills.
To search an area thoroughly.

They scoured the scene of the crime for clues.
Of livestock, to suffer from diarrhea.

If a lamb is scouring, do not delay treatment.
To move swiftly.