scan

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Pronunciation
/skæn/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Close investigation.

2 Definition

An instance of scanning.

Example Sentences
  • The operators vacated the room during the scan.
3 Definition

The result or output of a scanning process.

Example Sentences
  • The doctors looked at the scans and made a diagnosis.
Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

Example Sentences
  • She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for.
2 Definition

To look about for; to look over quickly.

Example Sentences
  • He scanned the horizon.
3 Definition

To create a digital copy of an image using a scanner.

Example Sentences
  • Pencil drawings don't scan very well.
4 Definition

To read with an electronic device.

Example Sentences
  • to scan a barcode; to scan a QR code
5 Definition

To mount by steps; to go through with step by step.

6 Definition

To read or mark so as to show a specific meter.

Example Sentences
  • to scan verse