Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Scanner.
Scanner - as a noun
Someone who scans verse to determine the number and prosodic value of the syllables
An electronic device that generates a digital representation of an image for data input to a computer
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
digital scannerimage scannerHypernyms (Closely Related)
data input deviceinput deviceelectronic deviceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A radar dish that rotates or oscillates in order to scan a broad area
A radio receiver that moves automatically across some selected range of frequencies looking for some signal or condition
Example: "They used scanners to monitor police radio channels"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
electronic scannerExample Sentences
"The airport security scanner detected a suspicious item in the passenger's luggage."
"She used a scanner to convert the physical documents into digital files."
"The police used a fingerprint scanner to identify the suspect at the crime scene."
"The bookstore clerk quickly scanned the barcode of each book using a scanner."
"The doctor used a medical scanner to examine the patient's brain activity."
Word Game Points
Is SCANNER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scanner is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCANNER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is SCANNER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scanner is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCANNER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is SCANNER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scanner is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCANNER has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
