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| 1. | [ noun ] the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) | |
| Synonyms: | examination scrutiny | |
| Related terms: | investigation survey comparison testing scan going-over autopsy follow-up checkup check time-and-motion_study fine-toothed_comb keratoscopy fine-tooth_comb palpation once-over endoscopy visit search rhinoscopy bank_examination audit examine size_up audit | |
| 2. | [ noun ] a formal or official examination | |
| Synonyms: | review | |
| Examples: | "the platoon stood ready for review" "we had to wait for the inspection before we could use the elevator" |
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| Related terms: | examination check review | |
| Similar spelling: |
inspect inspiration inspector inspectorship inspirational inspissation inexpert inception inspectorate inauspicious incubation inexpertly |
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