Common 5 letter words with COU in the middle with meaning
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SCOUR | Scour
Parts of Speech: verb, noun Definitions:
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Origin and Usage: The word "scour" comes from the Middle English word "scouren," which means "to rub clean." It has been used in English since the 14th century. The verb form of "scour" is commonly used to describe the act of cleaning or polishing something by rubbing it hard, while the noun form is used to describe a thorough search of an area or place to find something. Synonyms:
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SCOUT | Scout
1. Parts of Speech
Scout is a noun and a verb. 2. DefinitionsAs a noun, scout means a person sent out to obtain information, typically on a military operation or a person who is a member of the Scout Association. As a verb, scout means to make a search for someone or something, especially in various places or locations, or to observe or explore in order to obtain information. 3. PronunciationsUS: /skaʊt/ UK: /skaʊt/ 4. Origin and UsageThe word scout originated from the Middle French word "escoute," meaning "to listen." It was first used in English in the 14th century, referring to a person who was sent out to gather information about the enemy. Over time, the word has come to refer to anyone who is sent out to gather information, as well as to the members of the Scout Association. 5. SynonymsAs a noun: spy, reconnaissance, surveyor, explorer, investigator. As a verb: search, explore, investigate, examine, scrutinize. 6. Related Wordsscion, scour, scowl, scuba, scuff. 7. Example SentencesAs a noun:
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