How to Pronounce Scours

To pronounce "scours", say SCOURS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “scours”

"scours" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with empowers and glowers, if that helps it stick.

What does scours mean?

verb

  1. 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.”

  2. To remove debris and dirt by purging; to sweep along or off (by a current of water).

verb

  1. To search an area thoroughly.

    “They scoured the scene of the crime for clues.”

  2. To run with speed; to scurry.

noun

  1. Diarrhea in horses and cattle caused by intestinal infection.
  2. A place where wool was washed and cleaned.

Words that rhyme with scours

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

empowersglowershoursfloursoursflowerssourscowersdevoursoverpowerscornflowersbellflowers

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scours"?▾

"Scours" has one syllable.

What does "scours" mean?▾

Scours: To clean, polish, or wash something by rubbing and scrubbing it vigorously, frequently with an abrasive or cleaning agent.

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