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examiner

/əɡˈzæmɪnɚ/

Meanings
  • A person who examines or inspects

    - "The examiner checked all the answers carefully."
    - "The quality of the products was examined before they were sold."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with examiner
examiner , enquiring , inquire , despire , aspire
Homophones
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  1. homophone: examiner - a person who looks at something, particularly a test paper or a work of art. Homophone: examiner - a person authorized to test and certify others, particularly in a professional or educational context.


Variants
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examinable , examine , examined , examiner , examiners , examines , examining , medical examiner , medical examiners , trial examiner , trial examiners , cross-examination , cross-examinations , cross-examine , cross-examined , cross-examiner , cross-examiners , cross-examines , cross-examining
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The examiner can take various forms depending on the context and the purpose of the examination. For example, in a written examination, the examiner may take the form of a test paper or a set of instructions that the examinee is required to follow. In an oral examination, the examiner may take the form of a questioner or an interviewer, who asks the examinee a series of questions related to the subject matter of the examination. In a practical examination, the examiner may take the form of a supervisor or a coach, who observes the examinee as they perform a series of tasks or exercises related to the subject matter of the examination.


Etymology
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The word 'examiner' comes from the Latin word 'examinare', which means 'to test or examine'.


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  1. The word 'examiner' comes from the Latin word 'examinare', which means 'to test or examine'.

  2. The first known use of the term 'examiner' in the English language was in the year 1536, in the context of an educational examination. However, the term 'examiner' was already in use in other contexts, such as in the legal profession, where 'examiners' were appointed to examine and report on the evidence presented in various legal proceedings.

  3. In some cultures, it is believed that the examiner holds a significant power and influence over the lives of the examinees. It is said that the examiner's words and actions can have a profound impact on the examinees' future prospects and opportunities. Therefore, in such cultures, the role of the examiner is considered to be a highly respected and honorable one, and those who are appointed to serve as examiners are regarded as being among the most respected and admired members of their respective communities and societies.


Related Concepts
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  1. Assessment: Assessment refers to the process of gathering and interpreting information about an individual, a group, or an organization, in order to make informed judgments or decisions about them. Assessment can take various forms depending on the context and the purpose of the assessment. For example, in an educational context, assessment may take the form of written tests, oral examinations, performance assessments, project assessments, or self-assessments. In a business or organizational context, assessment may take the form of performance appraisals, competency assessments, skills assessments, risk assessments, compliance assessments, or market assessments.


Culture
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The examiner holds a significant place in various cultures, particularly in educational and professional contexts. In some cultures, the examiner is seen as a gatekeeper or a judge, whose decision can have a profound impact on an individual's future. In other cultures, the examiner is viewed as a mentor or a guide, whose feedback and insights can help an individual to grow and develop in their chosen field.

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