Meaning of the word scour in English

What does scour mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

scour

US /ˈskaʊ.ɚ/
UK /ˈskaʊ.ɚ/

Verb

1.

to remove dirt from something by rubbing it hard with something rough:

Example:
You'll have to scour out those old cooking pots before you use them.

Noun

1.

an act of removing dirt from something by rubbing it hard with something rough:

Example:
A quick scour with salt and an old toothbrush is a simple way to freshen up stained cups.
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