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

Derived Forms

• radioscopic, adjective
• ˌradioˈscopically, adverb

Other Words From

• ra·di·o·scop·ic [rey-dee-oh-, skop, -ik], radi·o·scopi·cal adjective

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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