inspection

Definition

The act of examining something, often closely.

Etymology

From Middle French, from Old French inspeccion, from Latin īnspectiō (“examination, inspection”), from the verb īnspiciō (“I inspect”), from speciō (“I look at”). By surface analysis, inspect + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "Upon closer inspection, the animal turned out to be a dolphin, not a shark!"
• "Trap doors are provided at various places in the floor to facilitate inspection and maintenance of the diesel equipment."
• "The NHRC conducted onsite inspections of Chienchen and Suao Fishing Harbors and held numerous seminars with industry, government, and academia representatives."

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