English Words Starting With S

• scourer

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊə.rər/A tool, pad, or abrasive substance used for cleaning by vigorous rubbing, typically to remove stubborn dirt or food residue from surfaces.
• scourge

  nounverbverb-transitiveC1
  /skɜːdʒ/A cause of great trouble or suffering; historically, a whip used for punishment.
• scouring pad

  nounB1
  /ˈskaʊə.rɪŋ ˌpæd/A small, abrasive pad of steel wool or similar material, used for cleaning tough dirt from pots, pans, and surfaces.
• scouring rush

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊərɪŋ rʌʃ/A perennial plant of the genus Equisetum, characterized by abrasive stems historically used for scouring or polishing.
• scourings

  nounplural-nounC2/Rare
  /ˈskaʊə.rɪŋz/The waste, dirt, or unwanted material removed by scrubbing or cleaning thoroughly.
• scouse

  adjectivenounC2
  /skaʊs/A person from Liverpool or the Liverpool accent/dialect.
• scouser

  nounC2
  /ˈskaʊsə/A person from Liverpool, England.
• scout

  nounverbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveB1
  /skaʊt/A person, typically a member of an organization, sent out to gather information or to explore and observe.
• scout car

  nounLow
  /skaʊt kɑː/A lightly armoured military vehicle, typically equipped with weapons and used for reconnaissance and patrol.
• scout leader

  nounC1
  /ˈskaʊt ˌliːdə(r)/An adult who is responsible for leading and supervising a group of Scouts, typically organising activities, promoting skills, and ensuring safety.
• scoutcraft

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊtkrɑːft/The practical skills, knowledge, and techniques used in scouting, particularly related to survival, outdoorsmanship, and woodcraft.
• scouter

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊtə(r)/A person or device that observes, examines, or explores an area, typically in advance, to gather information; often specifically one who identifies and assesses talent (especially in sports).
• scouth

  nounVery Low / Obsolete
  /skaʊθ/(now chiefly Scottish, Northern English, archaic) Abundance; plenty; scope; opportunity.
• scouthood

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊt.hʊd/The state or period of being a member of the scouting movement.
• scouting

  nounB2
  /ˈskaʊtɪŋ/The activity of a person (scout) who is sent to observe and gather information about an area, team, or situation.
• scoutmaster

  nounB2
  /ˈskaʊtˌmɑːstə(r)/An adult leader or person in charge of a troop of Scouts.
• scoville scale

  nounC1
  /skəʊˈvɪl ˌskeɪl/A standardized measurement system used to quantify the perceived heat or spiciness of chili peppers and other spicy foods.
• scow

  nounverb-transitiveC1
  /skaʊ/A flat-bottomed boat with broad, square ends, used chiefly for transporting bulk materials.
• scowl

  nounverbverb-intransitiveverb-transitiveC1
  /skaʊl/to contract the brows in a look of anger, displeasure, or deep thought; a facial expression showing this
• scowler

  nounLow
  /ˈskaʊlə/A person who scowls; someone who habitually frowns or looks angry/sullen.

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