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Meaning of Inspect
The primary meaning of the word "inspect" is to officially examine something in order to determine its condition, quality, or suitability.
Definitions
- Officially examine something in order to determine its condition, quality, or suitability
- Examine something closely in order to learn more about it or to find out if it is in good condition
- Officially examine something, especially a building, vehicle, or piece of equipment, in order to make sure it is safe or suitable for use
Etymology of Inspect
The word "inspect" comes from the Latin words "in" meaning "into" and "specere" meaning "to look", which combined form "inspectare" meaning "to look into"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to examine officially" or "to look closely at something"
Example Uses
- The health inspector will inspect the restaurant's kitchen to ensure it meets safety standards
- The mechanic will inspect the car's engine to determine the cause of the problem
- The teacher will inspect the students' homework to check for accuracy