MRI

noun

ˌem-(ˌ)är-ˈī 

: magnetic resonance imaging

also : the procedure in which magnetic resonance imaging is used

Examples of MRI in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Based on the reaction, Skubal wanted to make a clarification on his MRI decision. — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 24 July 2026

In addition, the researchers reported no image artifact during MRI testing, which suggests the design may work alongside medical imaging. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026

Bumila was originally projected as a first-round pick, but dropped to the third round after an MRI during the week of the draft revealed a UCL injury in his left elbow. — Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 21 July 2026

McDonald will undergo an MRI, and Tristan Beck will be with the team on Tuesday. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

MRI

noun

ˌem-ˌär-ˈī 

: magnetic resonance imaging

Medical Definition

MRI

noun

ˌem-(ˌ)är-ˈī 

: magnetic resonance imaging

also : a procedure in which magnetic resonance imaging is used