PERUSING

Definition

PERUSING Perusing (verb): To read or examine carefully or thoroughly; derived forms include peruses (plural), perusing (present participle), perused (past tense), peruser (one who peruses), perusest (superlative form), and perusely (adverb form). Revised: Perusing is the act of carefully reading or examining something in depth, with related forms including peruses, perusing, perused, peruser, perusest, and per

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (present participle) or Noun (gerund)
• Word Length: 8 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word PERUSING can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like PERUSING demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.