examine

verb

1. 1

   consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

   analyze a sonnet by Shakespeare

   analyze the evidence in a criminal trial

2. 2

   question closely

3. 3

   question or examine thoroughly and closely

4. 4

   observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect

   The customs agent examined the baggage

   I must see your passport before you can enter the country

5. 5

   put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to

   This approach has been tried with good results

   Test this recipe