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Word: Examine
Speech Type: Verb
Middle English: from Old French examiner, from Latin examinare ‘weigh, test’, from examen ‘examination’
ɪɡˈzamɪn
ɛɡˈzamɪn
inspect (someone or something) thoroughly in order to determine their nature or condition
Short Definition:inspect person or thing thoroughly
Examples:- a doctor examined me and said I might need a caesarean
- this forced us to examine every facet of our business
test the knowledge or proficiency of (someone) by requiring them to answer questions or perform tasks
Short Definition:test knowledge or proficiency of someone by requiring them to answer questions or perform tasks
Examples:- the colleges set standards by examining candidates
formally question (a defendant or witness) in court.
Short Definition:formally question defendant or witness in court
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