verb
- to read or examine carefully and thoroughly
- to read in a casual or leisurely way
Usage: formal
Usage: informal; sometimes considered incorrect by traditionalists
Examples
- She perused the contract before signing it.
- The lawyer perused the legal documents for hours.
- He perused the newspaper over breakfast.
- Students should peruse their textbooks carefully before the exam.
- I perused the menu while waiting for my friend.
- The editor perused the manuscript for errors.
- She perused the job listings online.