scanners
Pronunciation: [ˈskænərz]
Context: "technology"
(noun) a device that reads or creates a digital version of something, like a picture or a document. Imagine using a tool that lets you turn a paper into a file on a computer.
Example
I used the scanner to make a copy of my homework and send it to my teacher.
Example
The scanner was broken, so I couldn't send the important documents.
Example
Can you show me how to use the scanner to copy this picture?
Context: "security"
(noun) a tool used to check people or bags for any hidden items, like at an airport. Think of it as a special machine that makes sure everything is safe.
Example
The security scanner quickly checked my bag before I boarded the plane.
Example
I didn't prepare my items properly, and the scanner flagged my backpack for inspection.
Example
What does the scanner look for when we go through security?
Context: "audio/video"
(noun) a type of radio that picks up signals, letting you listen to different stations or watch different channels. It's like a magic box that brings music and shows to your home.
Example
My radio scanner helped me find new music stations I've never heard of before.
Example
The old radio scanner can't pick up any clear signals anymore.
Example
Can we use the scanner to find new channels on the radio?