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scrutiny
scru·ti·ny [ skrt'nee ] (plural scru·ti·nies)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. careful inspection: close, careful, and thorough examination or inspection
2. observation: careful study or surveillance
3. gaze: a searching look
[15th century. < Latin scrutinium "inquiry" < scrutinari "examine" < scruta "trash"]
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