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scour in Dutch

scour in Dutch is schuren, afschuimen, purgeren — scour means to clean something thoroughly by rubbing it hard, often with an abrasive.

scour in Dutch

schuren
verb
(transitive) To clean, polish, or wash (something) by rubbing and scrubbing it vigorously, frequently with an abrasive or cleaning agent.
afschuimen
verb
(transitive) To search an area thoroughly.
purgeren
verb
(transitive, veterinary medicine) To clear the digestive tract (of an animal) by administering medication that induces defecation or vomiting; to purge.

What does "scour" mean?

  1. verb To clean something thoroughly by rubbing it hard, often with an abrasive.
    "She scoured the burnt pan until it shone."
  2. verb To search an area or source thoroughly for something.
    "Detectives scoured the woods for clues."
  3. noun A channel or hollow cut into the ground by fast-moving water.
    "The flood left a deep scour beneath the bridge."
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scour in a sentence

  • She scoured the burnt pan until it shone.
  • He scoured the bathroom tiles with bleach and a stiff brush.
  • Detectives scoured the woods for clues.
  • She scoured job listings every morning for weeks.

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What is "scour" in Dutch?

"scour" in Dutch is schuren, afschuimen, purgeren. scour means: To clean something thoroughly by rubbing it hard, often with an abrasive.

How do you use "scour" in a sentence?

Example: "She scoured the burnt pan until it shone." In Dutch, "scour" is schuren, afschuimen, purgeren.

Are there other ways to say "scour" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 3 translations listed for "scour": schuren, afschuimen, purgeren.

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