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examine
UK /ɪɡˈzæmɪn/ US /ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
verb 4noun 1
Definitions
verb
1
To observe or inspect carefully or critically.
He examined the crime scene for clues.
She examined the hair sample under a microscope.
2
To check the health or condition of something or someone.
The doctor examined the patient.
3
To determine the aptitude, skills or qualifications of someone by subjecting them to an examination.
4
To interrogate.
The witness was examined under oath.
noun
1
An act of examining.
Soutar scratched the back of his neck then had a quick examine of his nails. Deep-ingrained purple they were.
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