Definition of scour

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  • scour is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • scour is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • scour is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of scour

  • rub hard or scrub (verb)

    Examples

    1. scour the counter tops

    Synonyms

    1. abrade
  • rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. flush
    2. purge
  • clean with hard rubbing (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. scrub
  • a place that is scoured (especially by running water) (noun)
  • examine minutely (verb)

    Examples

    1. The police scoured the country for the fugitive

See definition of scour in Merriam Webster