scanning (Meaning)
scanning (n)
the process of translating photographs into a digital form that can be recognized by a computer
the act of systematically moving a finely focused beam of light or electrons over a surface in order to produce an image of it for analysis or transmission
scanning (p. pr. & vb. n.)
of Scan
Synonyms & Antonyms of scanning
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- exploring
- investigating
- checking (out)
- studying
- analyzing
- auditing
- overseeing
- conning
- going over
- scrutinizing
- watching
Antonyms:
No strong antonyms found.
Synonyms:
- re-reviewing
- noticing
- combing
- delving (into)
- poring (over)
- parsing
- probing
- perusing
- categorizing
- plumbing
- researching
- observing
- overlooking
- classifying
- dissecting
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
scanning Sentence Examples
- The security personnel were scanning the crowd for suspicious individuals.
- The doctor scanned the patient's medical records for any abnormalities.
- The archeologists scanned the ancient ruins with a laser to uncover hidden structures.
- The computer scans images for viruses and malware.
- The robot scanned the environment for obstacles and hazards.
- The astronomer scanned the night sky for distant galaxies.
- The librarian scanned the barcode on the book to check it out.
- The microscope scanned the tissue sample for signs of disease.
- The airport security scanner scanned passengers' luggage for prohibited items.
- The company conducted a background scan on the job applicant to verify their credentials.
FAQs About the word scanning
the process of translating photographs into a digital form that can be recognized by a computer, the act of systematically moving a finely focused beam of light
viewing,reviewing, examining, inspecting, surveying, exploring, investigating, checking (out), studying,analyzing
skimming,missing, missing, skimming, glancing (at or over), glancing (at or over),,
The security personnel were scanning the crowd for suspicious individuals.
The doctor scanned the patient's medical records for any abnormalities.
The archeologists scanned the ancient ruins with a laser to uncover hidden structures.
The computer scans images for viruses and malware.
