What is inspection? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of inspection

inspectionnoun
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/ɪnˈspekʃn//ɪnˈspekʃn/

Where does the word inspection come from?

The word "inspection" originates from the Latin word "inspectio," meaning "a looking at." This is formed from the prefix "in," meaning "in," and the verb "specere," meaning "to look." Over time, "inspectio" evolved into the French word "inspection" and eventually entered the English language around the 14th century. The concept of inspection has long been associated with careful observation and examination for the purpose of assessment, often in a formal or official context.

Vocabulary summary inspection

type noun

meaning scrutiny, inspection, examination

meaning review (military)

type Default

meaning inspection

meaning acceptance i. acceptance test

meaning curtailed i. shortened test

Example of vocabulary inspectionnamespace

an official visit to a school, factory, etc. in order to check that rules are being obeyed and that standards are acceptable

Regular inspections are carried out at the prison.
The head went on a tour of inspection of all the classrooms.
After a thorough inspection, the building was deemed safe for occupancy.
The customs officials subjected the package to a detailed inspection before allowing it to be imported.
The detective conducted a meticulous inspection of the crime scene for any clues.

the act of looking closely at something/somebody, especially to check that everything is as it should be

The documents are available for inspection.
Engineers carried out a thorough inspection of the track.
Following an 8 a.m. pitch inspection by the referee, today's game has been called off due to a waterlogged pitch.
On closer inspection, the notes proved to be forgeries.