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peruse
[puh-rooz]
verb (used with object)
to read through with thoroughness or care.
Make sure you peruse the document before signing.
to scan or browse: Visitors will be able to peruse artworks by young people across the state.
Sometimes I peruse the magazines near the cash register while waiting to check out.
Visitors will be able to peruse artworks by young people across the state.
to read.
If romantic plots interest you, consider perusing her latest novel.
to survey or examine in detail.
We had the opportunity to hear both sides and peruse the evidence.
peruse
/ əˈː /
verb
to read or examine with care; study
to browse or read through in a leisurely way
Other Word Forms
- perusable adjective
- peruser noun
- preperuse verb (used with object)
- quasi-perusable adjective
- reperuse verb (used with object)
- unperusable adjective
- unperused adjective
- ˈܲ noun
- ˈܲ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of peruse1
Example Sentences
The land surrounding Frankenstein’s castle is a joy to peruse, as spooky imagery is used to hint at something more mystical.
So next time you’re in the herb aisle, perusing the verdant options, bypass the usual suspects.
For the “Survivor” host and executive producer, a perfect day includes playing tennis, perusing the vinyls at Freakbeat Records and finding small ways to connect with his family.
He says he perused various theatre scripts and Second Best caught his eye.
The 17-year-old from Manchester enjoys deciphering the messages behind plates - phrases like YOU 105T are popular - and peruses Facebook groups where different combinations are shared.
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Related Words
- analyze
- browse
- inspect
- look through
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- scan
- scrutinize
- skim
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