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

Jabari, a 16-year-old male giraffe, will be put under anesthesia for a physical examination, blood work, radiographs of his limbs and hoof reshaping. — Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2026

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