rescrutiny

scru·ti·ny

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Definitions of rescrutiny word

noun plural rescrutiny a searching examination or investigation; minute inquiry. 1
noun plural rescrutiny surveillance; close and continuous watching or guarding. 1
noun plural rescrutiny a close and searching look. 1

before 1400

One of the 24% oldest English words

1400-50; late Middle English < Latin scrūtinium the action of searching, of scrutinizing, derivative of scrūtārī to search

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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