examining — looking at or considering something carefully in order to discover something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: looking at or considering something carefully in order to discover something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- She spent hours examining her boyfriend's Instagram followers like a detective.
- The teacher is examining the test papers to find creative excuses students made.
- We need to examine all possible solutions before making a decision.
examining
VERB[/ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/]
looking at or considering something carefully in order to discover something
a veterinarian wearing a white coat carefully looks into a golden retriever's ear using a small medical instrument called an otoscope. She holds the dog's head gently while peering through the examining tool with intense concentration. The dog sits patiently on the examination table as the vet searches for signs of infection or injury. Her focused expression shows she is looking for something specific that might be causing the dog's discomfort. A concerned pet owner stands nearby watching the thorough inspection process. someone looking at something carefully in order to discover what might be wrong
Examining evidence concerning the case, learning from every clue!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin examinare, meaning 'to weigh on a scale' or 'to weigh out'. The meaning evolved from the literal act of weighing with precision scales in ancient Rome to the figurative sense of 'to inspect closely' or 'to investigate carefully', as accurate weighing required meticulous examination.
Breakdown
ex- (out, thoroughly) + -aminare (from examen, meaning 'weighing scale' or 'weight'). The root relates to aequare (to make equal), reflecting the balance and precision required in weighing.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“She spent hours examining her boyfriend's Instagram followers like a detective.”
“The teacher is examining the test papers to find creative excuses students made.”
“We need to examine all possible solutions before making a decision.”
“The mechanic is examining the engine to identify the problem.”
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