radiograph

1 of 2

noun

ra·​dio·​graph ˈrā-dē-ō-ˌgraf 

: a picture produced on a sensitive surface by a form of radiation other than visible light

specifically : an X-ray or gamma ray photograph

radiographic

ˌrā-dē-ō-ˈgra-fik 

adjective

radiographically

ˌrā-dē-ō-ˈgra-fi-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

radiograph

2 of 2

verb

radiographed; radiographing; radiographs

transitive verb

: to make a radiograph of

Examples of radiograph in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Historically, radiographs, clinical notes and billing documentation were often captured in separate environments. — Alan Rencher, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2026

The paintings serve as a sort of radiograph of Neel’s mourning process, created after the loss of her father-in-law. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 1 Mar. 2026

Verb

These are performed under general anesthesia and include full mouth radiographs and any potential extractions or other dental work that may need to be completed. — Dr. Devon B. Smith, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024

As a part of this, Pup Tart will need to have her splint changed about once a week until she is healed and radiographs about once a month to ensure her leg is healing properly. — The Arizona Republic, 7 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1896, in the meaning defined above

Verb

1896, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

radiograph

1 of 2 noun

ra·​dio·​graph -ˌgraf 

: an X-ray or gamma-ray photograph

radiograph

2 of 2 transitive verb

: to make a radiograph of