radioscopy

[rey-dee-os-kuh-pee]

noun

1. the examination of objects opaque to light by means of another form of radiation, usually x-rays.

radioscopy

/ ˌreɪdɪəʊˈskɒpɪk, ˌreɪdɪˈɒskəpɪ /

noun

1. another word for fluoroscopy

Other Word Forms

• radioscopic adjective
• radioscopical adjective
• radioscopically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of radioscopy¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; radio- + -scopy

Example Sentences

In doubtful cases radioscopy renders valuable aid, as the parts are readily seen with the screen.

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