scanner — A device that reads and digitizes printed text, images, or codes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A device that reads and digitizes printed text, images, or codes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskænər/
Example Sentences
- The airport scanner beeped loudly when it detected my forgotten keys.
- Our office scanner is so old, it takes five minutes to scan one page.
- Please place your document face down on the scanner bed.
scanner
NOUN[/ˈskænər/]
A device that reads and digitizes printed text, images, or codes
She used a scanner to turn the old paper document into a digital file.
The scanner reads the barcode on each package and sends the information to the computer. (SCAN = examine or read something electronically)
The scanner found the image, the planner arranged it, and the designer printed it on a banner.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'scandere' (to climb, to ascend), which evolved into the verb 'scan' meaning 'to examine carefully or systematically.' The modern noun 'scanner' was formed by adding the agentive suffix '-er' to indicate an agent or device that performs this action.
Breakdown
scan (to examine closely, from Latin scandere meaning to climb or traverse) + -er (agent suffix, one who or that which performs an action)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The airport scanner beeped loudly when it detected my forgotten keys.”
“Our office scanner is so old, it takes five minutes to scan one page.”
“Please place your document face down on the scanner bed.”
“The cashier used a handheld scanner to check the price.”
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