English Word · Intermediate
rummage
To search a vessel for smuggled goods
Pronunciation: /ˈɹʌm.ɪd͡ʒ/
Meaning
To search a vessel for smuggled goods.
Example
After the long voyage, the customs officers rummaged the ship.
After the long voyage, the customs officers rummaged the ship.
Practice tips
- Practice rummage out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.