Examine Definition

ĭg-zămĭn

examined, examines, examining

verb

examined, examines, examining

To look at or into critically or methodically in order to find out the facts, condition, etc. of; investigate; inspect; scrutinize; inquire into.

Webster's New World

To study or analyze.

Examine a tissue sample under a microscope; examine the structure of a novel; examine one's own motives.

American Heritage

To test or check the condition or health of.

Examine a patient.

American Heritage

To test by carefully questioning in order to find out the knowledge, skill, qualifications, etc. of (a student, witness, job applicant, etc.)

Webster's New World

To question formally, as to elicit facts or information; interrogate.

Examine a witness under oath.

American Heritage

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Origin of Examine

Middle English examinen from Old French examiner from Latin exāmināre from exāmen a weighing out from exigere to weigh out exact

From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
From Old French examiner, from Latin examinare.

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