inspect

verb/ɪnˈspɛkt/

Frequency rank: #6,590 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

To look at something carefully in order to check its condition or quality.

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Example sentence

The engineer will inspect the bridge for any signs of damage before allowing traffic across it.

Synonyms & related words

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