SCOURS
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Definition
verb
- To clean, polish, or wash something by rubbing and scrubbing it vigorously, frequently with an abrasive or cleaning agent.“He scoured the burnt food from the pan.”
- To remove debris and dirt by purging; to sweep along or off (by a current of water).
- To clear the digestive tract by administering medication that induces defecation or vomiting; to purge.“to scour a horse”
- To (cause livestock to) suffer from diarrhoea or dysentery.“If a lamb is scouring, do not delay treatment.”
- To cleanse (without rubbing).
verb
- To search an area thoroughly.“They scoured the scene of the crime for clues.”
- To run with speed; to scurry.
- To move swiftly over; to brush along.
noun
- Diarrhea in horses and cattle caused by intestinal infection.
- A place where wool was washed and cleaned.
Source: Wiktionary
