Scan ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Scan ( verb )

1. Examine (something) thoroughly in order to detect any problems or weaknesses.
2. Examine (something) in detail in order to obtain information.
3. Move a light or other instrument slowly over (a surface) in order to detect any problems or abnormalities.

Origin:

Middle english: from old northern french escaner, from a germanic source, related to scan in the sense "examine critically".

Examples:

1. The technician was scanning the computer for viruses.
2. The doctor scanned the X-rays to check for any signs of damage.
3. The security guard was scanning the bags at the airport.
4. She scanned the horizon for any signs of life.
5. The scanner was scanning the image to capture it digitally.

(As a noun)

Scan ( noun )

1. Examine (something) thoroughly in order to detect any problems or weaknesses.
2. Examine (something) in detail in order to obtain information.
3. Move a light or other instrument slowly over (a surface) in order to detect any problems or abnormalities.

Origin:

Middle english: from old northern french escaner, from a germanic source, related to scan in the sense "examine critically".

Examples:

1. The technician was scanning the computer for viruses.
2. The doctor scanned the X-rays to check for any signs of damage.
3. The security guard was scanning the bags at the airport.
4. She scanned the horizon for any signs of life.
5. The scanner was scanning the image to capture it digitally.