subdict-logo

x-ray

Definition

  • noun: powerful invisible rays that can pass through various objects and that make it possible to see inside things (such as the human body)
  • verb: to examine and make images of (things, such as the bones and organs inside the body) by using X-rays
  • verb: to examine, treat, or photograph with X-rays

Examples

  • The doctor will review the 'X-rays' and call you with the results.

  • After the accident, I went to the hospital for an 'X-ray'.

  • Your luggage will be 'x-rayed' at the airport.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) It's okay. It's okay. You'll be okay. ALFRED: Will we be needing an ambulance, Master Wayne? THOMAS: No, I'll set the bone and take him for an x-ray later. ALFRED: Very good, sir. - I'm very sorry, sir. I've told... THOMAS: Don't worry. It's fine. ALFRED: Took quite a fall, (..)
    2005 Batman Begins