scanning
Pronunciation:
/ˈskænɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.
Example: She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for.
To look about for; to look over quickly.
Example: He scanned the horizon.
To create a digital copy of an image using a scanner.
Example: Pencil drawings don't scan very well.
To read with an electronic device.
Example: to scan a barcode; to scan a QR code
noun
Definitions
The act of something being scanned.