rummage

verb

UK/ˈrʌm.ɪdʒ/
US/ˈrʌm.ɪdʒ/

Definitions of rummage verb

  1. IntransitiveVerb + adv/prep

    To search for something by moving items around haphazardly, often looking in, under, and behind them.

    • I rummaged through my bag, but I couldn't find my keys.

    • She rummaged through the attic, searching for her lost earrings.

    • He rummaged around in the drawer, trying to find his old photo album.