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Verb: scrutinise  'skroo-ti`nIz
Usage: Brit (=scrutinize)
  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, scrutinised, scrutinises

See also: scrutiniser [Brit], scrutiny

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