radioscopy

American

[rey-dee-os-kuh-pee] / ˌreɪ diˈɒs kə pi /

noun

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

radioscopy British

/ ˌreɪdɪəʊˈskɒpɪk, ˌreɪdɪˈɒskəpɪ /

noun

another word for fluoroscopy

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Other Word Forms

radioscopic adjective
radioscopical adjective
radioscopically adverb

Etymology

Origin of radioscopy

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

Example Sentences

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

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