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Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.

case the joint en · VERB

Meanings

  1. (idiomatic, slang) To thoroughly observe or examine a place, in order to familiarize oneself with its workings in preparation for criminal activity, often robbery.
  2. (idiomatic, slang) To thoroughly observe or examine a place, without any nefarious motive or intent.

Forms

SpellingFeaturesLabelsSource
cases the joint Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres lexicographic
casing the joint Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part lexicographic
cased the joint Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part lexicographic
cased the joint Tense=Past lexicographic