Word SCAN: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

scan

🇺🇸 [skæn]

Meanings

To examine or look at something closely, often in a detailed or systematic way. Scanning can also refer to the process of converting a physical document into a digital format.

Examples

• She scanned the document for any errors before printing.
• He scanned the room to find his friends.
• I need to scan these images for my project.

Synonyms

examine • inspect • look over

Antonyms

ignore • overlook • miss