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xrays

Definition: X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate solids and are used in a variety of applications, especially in medicine for diagnostic purposes.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: plural form of x-ray
• Verb: present tense, third person singular of x-ray

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: X-ray radiation or a diagnostic image obtained through medical imaging.

Sample Sentence: The doctor ordered a series of xrays to examine the patient's broken bone.

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Sense 2:

Verb: To examine or treat with x-rays.

Sample Sentence: The dentist x-rays each patient's teeth to detect potential cavities.

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