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SCANNERS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Scanners.

Scanners - 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 scanner
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
data input deviceinput deviceelectronic device
Hyponyms (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 scanner

Example Sentences

"The airport security uses scanners to check for prohibited items in passengers' luggage."
"The library has several scanners available for patrons to use."
"Many stores have price scanners that allow customers to check the cost of items easily."
"The police officers employed mobile scanners to detect stolen vehicles."
"Modern medical scanners can provide detailed images of internal organs."
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Word Game Points

Is SCANNERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scanners is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SCANNERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is SCANNERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scanners is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SCANNERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SCANNERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scanners is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SCANNERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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