Scouring Definition & Meaning
scouring
- noun
- moving over territory to search for something; "scouring the entire area revealed nothing"
- the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water
"Scouring" in song lyrics
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"calves scouring"
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Words that rhyme with scouring
Usage tips for "scouring"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does scouring mean?
- moving over territory to search for something; "scouring the entire area revealed nothing" the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water
- What part of speech is scouring?
- Scouring is a noun.
- How many definitions does scouring have?
- Scouring has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).