01 v. t. To test by any appropriate method; to inspect carefully with a view to discover the real character or state of; to subject to inquiry or in…
imp. & p. p.
Examined; p. pr. & vb. n.
Examining
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1.
To test by any appropriate method; to inspect carefully with a view to discover the real character or state of; to subject to inquiry or inspection of particulars for the purpose of obtaining a fuller insight into the subject of examination, as a material substance, a fact, a reason, a cause, the truth of a statement; to inquire or search into; to explore; as, to examine a mineral; to examine a ship to know whether she is seaworthy; to examine a proposition, theory, or question.“Examine well your own thoughts.” — Chaucer.“Examine their counsels and their cares.” — Shak.
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2.
To interrogate as in a judicial proceeding; to try or test by question; as, to examine a witness in order to elicit testimony, a student to test his qualifications, a bankrupt touching the state of his property, etc.“The offenders that are to be examined.” — Shak.
Syn.
To discuss; debate; scrutinize; search into; investigate; explore. See Discuss.