examination

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine

n. a physical check-up by a doctor to see if you are healthy or to find a problem.

n. a clinical inspection of a patient's body by a medical professional to diagnose a condition or monitor health.

“The doctor performed a thorough examination to find the cause of the pain.”

“A routine physical examination can often detect early symptoms of chronic conditions before they become severe.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Academic

n. the act of looking at something very carefully to learn more about it.

n. the process of inspecting or investigating something in great detail to discover facts or information.

“On closer examination, the old painting appeared to be a clever copy.”

“The committee's examination of the evidence revealed several inconsistencies in the witness's original statement.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Law Formal · Technical

n. the formal questioning of a witness in a court of law.

n. the formal interrogation of a witness or party in a legal proceeding, such as a trial or deposition.

“The lawyer began his examination of the witness by asking about that night.”

“During cross-examination, the defense attorney attempted to discredit the expert's testimony by highlighting his lack of field experience.”