1. a detailed inspection or investigation of something
2. a formal test of knowledge or ability in a particular subject
3. a medical checkup or physical inspection by a doctor
Usage: medical

Examples

• The detective conducted a thorough examination of the crime scene.
• Students must pass the final examination to graduate.
• The doctor scheduled an examination for next week.
• Upon closer examination, the painting appeared to be a forgery.
• The bar examination is required to practice law.
• She went for her annual medical examination.
• The examination of the evidence took several hours.
• He failed his driving examination twice before passing.