inspection
Translation
inspection, examination, check, review
Examples
The building failed its safety inspection.
The building failed its safety inspection.
He made a close inspection of the document.
He made a close inspection of the document.
Grammar Patterns
((an inspection of sth.)) an examination of sth. The city ordered an inspection of the bridge.
((for inspection)) available to be examined The documents are ready for inspection.
Similar Words
Synonyms: examination, check, review, scrutiny
Etymology
From Latin 'in-' (into) + 'specere' (to look). Literally 'a looking into'.
Memory Tips
Think of looking 'in'side something with 'spec'tacles to check it carefully.