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

Derived forms: scrutinized, scrutinizing, scrutinizes

See also: scrutinizer, scrutiny

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