case the joint

== English == === Verb === case the joint (third-person singular simple present cases the joint, present participle casing the joint, simple past and past participle cased the joint) (idiomatic, slang, criminology) To thoroughly observe or examine a place, in order to familiarize oneself with its workings in preparation for criminal activity, often robbery. (idiomatic, slang) To thoroughly observe or examine a place, without any nefarious motive or intent.