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examiner

|ex-am-in-er|

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/ɪɡˈzæmɪnər/

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/ɪɡˈzæmɪnə/

(examine)

assessor

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'examiner' originates from the Latin word 'examinare', where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'aminare' meant 'to weigh or consider'.

Historical Evolution

'examinare' transformed into the Old French word 'examiner', and eventually became the modern English word 'examiner'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to weigh or consider something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who assesses or evaluates'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who assesses or evaluates something, especially in an academic or professional context.

The examiner reviewed the student's answers carefully.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35