What does CASED mean?

Heres the response: Word: cased

1. Parts of Speech: verb

2. Definitions:

• (transitive) To enclose or cover in a case or cases
• (transitive) To examine carefully or systematically
• (intransitive) To inspect a place with the intent of committing a crime, especially a robbery

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /keɪst/
• UK: /keɪst/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "cased" comes from the verb "case," which originated from the Old French word "cas" meaning "event, happening, situation." The verb "case" has been in use since the 16th century and has several meanings, including "to examine or inspect," "to cover or enclose," and "to plan or prepare secretly for a crime." The usage of "cased" in the context of examining or inspecting something carefully is common in everyday language, while its usage in the context of preparing for a crime is more colloquial.

5. Synonyms:

• encase
• wrap
• inspect
• examine
• survey

6. Related Words:

• cases
• scads
• clads
• laced
• acids

7. Example Sentences:

• He cased the room before the meeting to make sure everything was in order.
• The jewelry store was cased by the robbers before they committed the crime.
• The phone was cased in a protective cover to prevent it from getting damaged.