scance
/S K AE1 N S/noun
- 1
A crescent-shaped structure of stones built to afford cover in battle.
- 2
(Scotland, obsolete) A gleam or glow.
- 3
(medicine, obsolete) A dose of radiation.
- 4
(obsolete) A social discussion.
verb
- 1
(Scotland) To give a cursory examination.
- 2
(Scotland) To shine.
- 3
To take cover in a scance.
- 4
(Scotland, obsolete) To reflect on; to consider.
adjective
- 1
Reproachful
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