What is the meaning of rummage?

noun

  • A jumble of things to be given away.
  • A thorough search for something (often causing disorder or confusion. )
    • usage: "he gave the attic a good rummage but couldn't find his skis"

verb

  • Search haphazardly.
    • usage: "We rummaged through the drawers"
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