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    L'examinait (en. Examined him)

    /lɛɡzaminɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Carefully analyze something to understand the details.
    He was examining it carefully before making a decision.
    Il l'examinait soigneusement avant de prendre une décision.
    Look critically at a situation or document.
    She was examining it suspiciously, looking for mistakes.
    Elle l'examinait avec méfiance, cherchant des erreurs.
    Observed in depth or for evaluation purposes.
    The teacher was examining it seeking answers to his questions.
    Le professeur l'examinait en cherchant des réponses à ses questions.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'examiner', from the Latin 'examinare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    close examination
    A detailed and precise inspection.
    examen minutieux
    examination of conscience
    Reflection on one's own actions.
    examen de conscience
    take an exam
    Undergo an evaluation of one's knowledge.
    passer un examen

    Related Words

    exam
    Action of evaluating or verifying knowledge.
    examen
    examiner
    Person who assesses or grades candidates during an exam.
    examinateur
    examinable
    Which can be subjected to examination.
    examinable

    Slang Meanings

    To examine distractedly
    He was examining it in a hurry while his phone rang.
    Il l'examinait à la va-vite pendant que son téléphone sonnait.
    To look without really paying attention
    She was examining it out of the corner of her eye while talking to someone else.
    Elle l'examinait du coin de l'œil tout en parlant à quelqu'un d'autre.