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xray Definition and Meaning in English (xray definition)

noun
Synonyms:radiographscan
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Xray definition: A form of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths, capable of penetrating solids and ionizing gases, used in medicine and industry.

Definitions of Xray

  1. 1noun

    A form of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths, capable of penetrating solids and ionizing gases, used in medicine and industry.

  2. 2verb

    To examine or treat something or someone using X-rays.

Example Sentences

“The doctor ordered an X-ray to check for a broken bone in her arm.”

“Security personnel will X-ray all luggage before it is loaded onto the plane.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensex-rayed
present participlex-raying
nounx-ray machine
nounx-ray technician

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

X-ray visionidiom

The ability to see through objects, often used metaphorically.

X-ray filmcollocation

A photographic film used to record images produced by X-rays.

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Xray definition: A form of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths, capable of penetrating solids and ionizing gases, used in medicine and industry.
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'Xray' translates to 'xray' in English. Xray definition: A form of electromagnetic radiation with very short wavelengths, capable of penetrating solids and ionizing gases, used in medicine and industry.
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