1. the process of examining something systematically
2. the electronic reading or copying of documents or images

1. looking at something quickly but thoroughly
Usage: present participle of scan
2. using a device to read or copy something electronically
Usage: present participle of scan
3. analyzing verse for its rhythmic pattern
Usage: present participle of scan; literary

Examples

• She was scanning the newspaper for job listings.
• The security guard is scanning everyone’s bags at the entrance.
• I’m scanning these old photos to save them digitally.
• The doctor ordered a CT scanning of the patient’s chest.
• He spent hours scanning poetry to understand its meter.
• The scanning process took longer than expected.
• The librarian is scanning books to create digital copies.
• Careful scanning of the contract revealed several errors.