examination
ex-am-i-na-tion · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
A formal test of knowledge or ability in a particular subject.
- 2.
The act or process of examining or inspecting something carefully.
- 3.
A medical inspection or checkup.
- 4.
(Law) Formal questioning of a witness in court.
Forms
plural: examinations
Phrases & expressions
- •under examination — being studied or investigated
- •on closer examination — when looking more carefully
- •medical examination — a health checkup
- •cross-examination — questioning by the opposing party in court
Related words
Etymology
From Latin "examinatio" (a weighing, considering), from "examinare" (to weigh, examine), from "examen" (the tongue of a balance). Entered English in the 14th century.