scanning

[ˈskænɪŋ]

scanning Definition

  • 1the act of examining something carefully, especially in order to detect something
  • 2the process of converting a physical document or image into a digital format using a scanner

Using scanning: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scanning" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The police officer did a quick scanning of the area for any suspicious activity.

  • Example

    I did a scanning of the document and saved it as a PDF file.

  • Example

    The scanning of the patient's brain revealed a tumor.

scanning Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with scanning

  • full-body scanning

    a medical imaging technique that captures a three-dimensional image of the body to detect abnormalities or diseases

    Example

    The doctor recommended a full-body scanning to check for any underlying health issues.

  • a biometric technology that uses the unique patterns of the retina to identify individuals

    Example

    The company implemented retina scanning as a security measure to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

  • a method used by hackers to identify open ports on a computer or network to exploit vulnerabilities

    Example

    The IT department regularly performs port scanning to detect any potential security threats.

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Summary: scanning in Brief

Scanning [ˈskænɪŋ] refers to the careful examination of something to detect something or the process of converting a physical document or image into a digital format. Examples include 'The police officer did a quick scanning of the area for any suspicious activity.' and 'I did a scanning of the document and saved it as a PDF file.' Scanning extends into phrases like 'full-body scanning,' 'retina scanning,' and 'port scanning,' which denote specific techniques for detecting abnormalities, identifying individuals, or exploiting vulnerabilities.

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