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Definition of poring - 2 dictionary results

pore

1  [pawr, pohr]
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–verb (used without object), pored, por⋅ing.
1. to read or study with steady attention or application: a scholar poring over a rare old manuscript.
2. to gaze earnestly or steadily: to pore over a painting.
3. to meditate or ponder intently (usually fol. by over, on, or upon): He pored over the strange events of the preceding evening.
Origin:
1250–1300; ME pouren < ?

Synonyms:
3. ponder, scrutinize, peruse, examine.
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pore 1   (pôr, pōr)   
intr.v.   pored, por·ing, pores
  1. To read or study carefully and attentively: pored over the classified ads in search of a new job.
  2. To gaze intently; stare.
  3. To meditate deeply; ponder: pored on the matter.

[Middle English pouren.]
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