a formal written, spoken or practical test, especially at school or college, to see how much you know about a subject, or what you can do

the act of looking at or considering something very carefully

Careful examination of the ruins revealed an even earlier temple.

The issue needs further examination.

The review is the most detailed examination of policing since 1992.

The chapter concludes with a brief examination of some of the factors causing family break-up.

After a thorough examination, they announced that the suspicious device was harmless.

On closer examination it was found that the signature was not genuine.

Your proposals are still under examination.

The party would open up the issue to examination by a Senate Committee.

a close look at something/somebody, especially to see if there is anything wrong or to find the cause of a problem

a medical/physical examination

a post-mortem/forensic examination

Regular breast examination is advised.

A specialist should carry out an examination of the patient.

Diagnosis can be made only by direct examination of affected brain tissue.

Further examination by an orthopaedic surgeon will be needed today.

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