examination

/ɪˌɡzæməˈneɪʃən/B1Loopy word list, level 3 · Core

Definition

  • n. the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
  • n. a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge
  • n. the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned

Word forms

Plural
examinations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The teacher announced that the final examination would be held next week.

  2. n.

    During the medical examination, the doctor checked my heart and lungs.