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Examining

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ex·am·ine  (g-zmn)
tr.v. ex·am·ined, ex·am·in·ing, ex·am·ines
1.
a. To observe carefully or critically; inspect: examined the room for clues.
b. To study or analyze: examine a tissue sample under a microscope; examine the structure of a novel; examine one's own motives.
2. To test or check the condition or health of: examine a patient.
3. To determine the qualifications, aptitude, or skills of by means of questions or exercises.
4. To question formally, as to elicit facts or information; interrogate: examine a witness under oath. See Synonyms at ask.
[Middle English examinen, from Old French examiner, from Latin exminre, from exmen, a weighing out, from exigere, to weigh out; see exact.]
ex·amin·a·ble adj.
ex·amin·er n.


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