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| scru·ti·ny [ skrt'nee ] (plural scru·ti·nies) |
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| Definition: |
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1. careful inspection: close, careful, and thorough examination or inspection
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2. observation: careful study or surveillance
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3. gaze: a searching look
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| [15th century. < Latin scrutinium "inquiry" < scrutinari "examine" < scruta "trash"] |
