OCR
American-
optical character reader.
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optical character recognition.
abbreviation
Example Sentences
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The letter said that “opening an investigation does not mean that OCR has made a final determination with regard to the merits.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
This is the third 10-day deadline issued by the OCR to SJSU, the first in January and the second having expired last weekend.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
In November 2023, a moderation team for the OCR exam board reported concerns about the authenticity of the work submitted on behalf of pupils, which prompted an investigation.
From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026
Records show that no one from the OCR has responded to the Carteret County district since February, including to its request to dismiss the agreement and postpone any remaining reform efforts.
From Salon • Dec. 20, 2025
On none of these samples was OCR performed; they were all rekeyed.
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