examination
/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/ · ex.a.m.i.n.a.tion
noun
- The act of examining. The detective conducted a thorough examination of the crime scene.
- An inspection by a medical professional to establish the extent and nature of any sickness or injury. The doctor ordered an examination to determine the cause of the patient's symptoms.
- A formal test involving answering written or oral questions under a time constraint and usually without access to textbooks. The student felt anxious about the upcoming examination in mathematics.
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