Definition of scouring

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  • scouring is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • scouring is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • scouring is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of scouring

  • the act of cleaning a surface by rubbing it with a brush and soap and water (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. scrub
    2. scrubbing
  • moving over territory to search for something (noun)

    Examples

    1. scouring the entire area revealed nothing

See definition of scouring in Merriam Webster