inspection
in·spec·tion
noun \in-ˈspek-shən\Definition of INSPECTION
1
a : the act of inspecting b : recognition of a familiar pattern leading to immediate solution of a mathematical problem <solve an equation by inspection>
2
: a checking or testing of an individual against established standards
Examples of INSPECTION
- Close inspection of the candles revealed some small defects.
- Regular inspections are required of all restaurants in the area.
- The barracks are ready for inspection.
First Known Use of INSPECTION
14th century
Related to INSPECTION
Related Words: analysis, assay, close-up, deconstruction, dissection; exploration, investigation, probe, research, study; inquisition, interrogation; once-over, perusal; recheck, reinspection, resurvey; observation, surveillance, watch; checkout, test-drive, trial run
Rhymes with INSPECTION
abjection, advection, affection, bisection, collection, complexion, confection, connection, convection, correction, cross section, C-section, defection, deflection, dejection, detection, direction, ejection, election, erection, infection, inflection, injection, midsection, objection, perfection, prelection, projection, protection, refection, reflection, rejection, resection, selection, subjection, subsection, trajection, transection, trisection
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