examination
/ɪgˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
noun
plural -tions
the act of looking at something closely and carefully :the act of examining something [noncount]
[count] :a close and careful study of someone or something to find signs of illness or injury
[count] :a test to show a person's progress, knowledge, or ability
[noncount] law :the act of questioning a witness in a court of law