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ascertainable |
combined form of ascertain. |
determine |
to conclude or ascertain following investigation and observation. [1/6 definitions] |
diagnose |
to ascertain, by analysis, the cause of (a problem). [1/4 definitions] |
examine |
to inspect (a body or body part), esp. in order to ascertain general health or cause of illness. [1/4 definitions] |
find out |
to discover; learn; ascertain. [1/2 definitions] |
measure |
to ascertain the value, strength, or quality of by comparison with a standard. [1/14 definitions] |
psych |
to ascertain or work out with reasoning or psychological skills (usu. fol. by "out"). [1/3 definitions] |
take |
to ascertain using some form of measurement. [1/36 definitions] |
test pilot |
a pilot who flies new or experimental aircraft to examine their conformity to design standards and ascertain their fitness for use. |
tryout |
a test or pretest to ascertain utility, fitness, or skill; audition; trial run. |
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