scan
scan
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British pronunciation
/skæn/

Definition & Meaning of "scan"in English

to scan
01

to examine something or someone very carefully and thoroughly

Transitive: to scan sth
to scan definition and meaning
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The auditor scans the financial records to detect any discrepancies.
The security guard will scan the bags of passengers before they enter the airport.
02

to quickly read a document or other text without paying attention to details, only to find the information one needs

Transitive: to scan a document or text
to scan definition and meaning
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She scans the newspaper headlines to catch up on current events.
Right now, I am scanning the document for key points.
03

(of a medical device) to take a picture of a body part often using X-rays for detailed examinations by a specialist

Transitive: to scan a body part
to scan definition and meaning
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The technician scanned the woman's abdomen to monitor the growth of the fetus.
The radiologist scanned the patient's spine to look for signs of injury or degeneration.
04

to read or input data using an electronic device, such as a scanner or barcode reader

Transitive: to scan data
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She scanned the QR code with her smartphone to access additional information.
The librarian scanned the book's barcode to check it out to the patron.
05

to analyze or evaluate verse to ensure it adheres to metrical principles

Transitive: to scan verse
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The poet scanned each line of his poem to ensure it maintained the desired iambic pentameter.
She carefully scanned her sonnet to ensure that each stanza followed the established rhyme scheme.
06

to cause a beam or similar source of light to move across a surface or object

Transitive: to scan a source of light somewhere
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The technician scanned the laser beam across the circuit board to detect any defects.
The security guard scanned the flashlight across the dark alley to search for intruders.
07

(of a poem) to adhere to established metrical principles

Intransitive
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The sonnet scans perfectly in iambic pentameter, with each line consisting of five iambs.
Despite its irregular rhyme scheme, the poem scans flawlessly.
08

(of a computer program) to examine applications or digital files in order to detect any viruses or malware

Transitive: to scan digital applications or files
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The antivirus software scanned the entire hard drive for any signs of malicious software.
He scanned the downloaded files before opening them to ensure they were free from viruses.
09

to create a digital form of a picture or a document to store, edit, or view it on a computer

Transitive: to scan a picture or document
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She scanned the old family photos to preserve them digitally.
He scanned the contract and emailed it to his lawyer for review.
Scan
01

a medical test during which data is obtained by the images produced using a sensing device that examines organs or regions of the body

scan definition and meaning

What is a "scan"?

A scan is a test that uses technology to create images of the inside of the body. It helps doctors see and evaluate organs, tissues, and structures to diagnose and monitor health conditions. Different types of scans include CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound scans, each using different methods to produce images. The results from a scan can provide important information for diagnosing illnesses, planning treatments, and evaluating the effectiveness of ongoing treatments.

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The doctor ordered a scan to get a clear image of the patient's lungs.
She went to the hospital for an MRI scan to check for any abnormalities.
02

the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region

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The security guard performed a scan of the perimeter.
The doctor ordered a full-body scan.
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