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xray

/ΛˆΙ›ksreΙͺ/
B1 Β· Intermediateβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

a special picture of the inside of your body, used by doctors to see bones or problems.

When to Use

πŸ’¬Daily ConversationπŸ’ΌWorkplace Englishβš™οΈTechnical
Intermediate β€” can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

β€œThe doctor ordered an xray to check if my arm is broken.”

β€œThey used an xray machine at the airport to check my bag.”

β–ΆFull Definition

A form of electromagnetic radiation with high energy, used in medicine to view the inside of the body.

β€œThe doctor ordered an xray to check for a broken bone.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
radiographscan
Word Family:
x-rayx-rayedx-raying