examination

noun

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Pluralexaminations

4 meanings of examination

1
nouncountable
A big test where students answer questions in a set time, usually without books to help.
Like a quiz, but much longer and more important.
The final examination covers everything we learned this year.
She studied all weekend for her math examination.
Similartest, paper
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2
nouncountable
A check of your body by a doctor or nurse to find out if you are hurt or sick.
Like checking a car to find out what is broken.
The doctor gave him a quick examination before sending him home.
Her yearly examination showed that everything was healthy.
Similarcheckup, physical
3
nouncountable or uncountable
Looking at something closely to learn about it or check it.
Like studying a puzzle piece by piece to understand it.
The examination of the old map took several hours.
A careful examination of the engine showed no problems.
Similarinspection, scrutiny, study, analysis, investigation
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4
nouncountable or uncountable
The questioning of a witness by a lawyer in court.
Like asking someone many questions to find out the truth.
The examination of the witness lasted most of the morning.
During the examination, she answered every question calmly.
Similarquestioning, interrogation

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Origin

It came from Latin "exāminātiō", passing through Old French and Middle English. It is made from "examine" plus "-ation".