Basic Details
Word: Scanner
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A device that reads printed material and converts it into a digital format.
Synonyms: Reader, digitiser
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Scan the horizon: To look around for opportunities or dangers. Example: "Before making a decision, it's wise to scan the horizon and consider all options."
- Scan through: To quickly read something, searching for important information. Example: "I will scan through my notes before the exam to refresh my memory."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The librarian used a scanner to digitise old books so that they could be available online.
Example 2: I forgot to bring my scanner to the meeting, so I couldn't send the documents as planned.
Example 3: With the new scanner, it takes just a few minutes to convert paper files into digital form.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first commercial scanner was introduced in 1957? It was called the "photoelectric scanner" and helped to revolutionise the way we process information.
Famous Quote
"There is nothing like a scanner to change the way you see the world around you." Author Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "scanner" mean?
a) A type of computer
b) A device that converts printed material into digital format
c) A software program
d) A type of printer
Answer: b) A device that converts printed material into digital format
2. Which of these is a synonym of "scanner"?
a) Writer
b) Reader
c) Projector
d) Camera
Answer: b) Reader
3. Which sentence uses "scanner" correctly?
a) The scanner flies in the sky.
b) I used a scanner to make a copy of my report.
c) The scanner is playing music.
d) The scanner jumped over the fence.
Answer: b) I used a scanner to make a copy of my report.
4. Which idiom means to quickly read through something?
a) Scan the horizon
b) Scan through
c) As slow as a snail
d) Jump the gun
Answer: b) Scan through
5. What is the opposite of "scanner"?
a) N/A
b) Writer
c) Recorder
d) Renderer
Answer: a) N/A
