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1. To look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
   "he scrutinised his likeness in the mirror";
   - size up, take stock, scrutinize
    
2. Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
   "scrutinise accounts and tax returns";
   - audit, scrutinize, inspect

Derived forms: scrutinising, scrutinises, scrutinised

See also: size

Type of: analyse [Brit, Cdn], analyze [N. Amer], canvass, examine, see, study