Definitions

1. noun

a rapid, systematic examination of something, especially a document or surface, typically using a special device

“The customs officer performed a scan of the luggage for any prohibited items.”

2. verb

to look at or examine something carefully, especially using a special device

“Can you scan the document and email it to me?”

3. verb

to examine or search something, especially using a computer program or device

“The app will scan your phone for viruses and malware.”

4. verb

to move a scanner over a surface

“You need to scan the image to print it.”

5. verb

to examine or investigate something, especially to gather information

“The journalist will scan the city for news stories.”