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X-ray [or] x-ray

 
pronunciation:
eks reI
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
inflections: x-rays
definition 1: a beam of high-energy radiation that is able to pass through many kinds of solid material.
Scientists have found many uses for X-rays.
definition 2: a photograph made with such a beam.
The nurse took an X-ray of my leg to see if any bones were broken.
 
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part of speech: verb
inflections: X-rays, X-raying, X-rayed
definition: to photograph, treat, or examine using x-rays.
The dentist X-rayed Sam's teeth to check for cavities.
 
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