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SCANNING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Scanning.

How to pronounce scanning:

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Scanning - as a noun

The process of translating photographs into a digital form that can be recognized by a computer

The act of systematically moving a finely focused beam of light or electrons over a surface in order to produce an image of it for analysis or transmission

Scanning - as a verb

To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

Example: "She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for."

To look about for; to look over quickly.

Example: "He scanned the horizon."

To create a digital copy of an image using a scanner.

Example: "Pencil drawings don't scan very well."

To read with an electronic device.

Example: "To scan a barcode; to scan a qr code"

To mount by steps; to go through with step by step.

To read or mark so as to show a specific meter.

Example: "To scan verse"

Example Sentences

"I did a quick scanning of the document to find the relevant information."
"The scanning of the crowd revealed a few familiar faces."
"She used the scanning function of the photocopier to create digital copies."
"The airport security insisted on a thorough scanning of all bags."
"The scanning of barcodes at the checkout counter made the process faster."
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Word Game Points

Is SCANNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scanning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SCANNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SCANNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scanning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SCANNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is SCANNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scanning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SCANNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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