Peruse/pəˈruːz/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Attention to Detail Used when careful and detailed examination is needed, suggesting thoroughness. The lawyer perused the contract for any hidden clauses. Pro Tip 2/3Professional Context Commonly used in professional or academic settings where detailed analysis is expected. Scholars perused ancient texts for their research. Pro Tip 3/3Misleading Usage While 'peruse' suggests depth, it can incorrectly be used to mean a quick scan. Although he said he perused the rules, he missed several key points.