inspection
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B2
/ɪnˈspɛkʃən/
(inspect)
close examination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inspection' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inspectio,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'specere' meant 'to look.'
Historical Evolution
'inspectio' transformed into the Old French word 'inspection,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inspection.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look into or examine,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of examining something closely, often for quality or condition.
The building passed the safety inspection.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35