What does it mean to rummage?

Answer 1

To find by searching.

In the U.K. H.M. Customs and Excise have rummage crews/gangs. They can search ships , aircraft , cars , lorries etc., coming into the U.K. for any contraband goods. Confiscate the illegal goods, and prosecute the carriers. They have very strong legal powers,(more strong than the police), so if they want to serarch your goods or you( personally), then don;t object, just let them do it. Objection will make life more difficult for the smugglers.

Answer 2

• To find, bring or fetch by searching.