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Definition of rescan

rescan

/riːˈskæn/
re · scan
Plural:rescans
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Past Simple:rescanned
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Past Participle:rescanned
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Present Participle:rescanning
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rescan Lexical Profile

• verb

1

To scan an image, document, barcode, or body part again, especially using an electronic or medical imaging device.

Example

"The cashier had to rescan the item because the barcode reader failed to register the discount."

2

To look over or search a text, area, or network again in order to find specific information or detect changes.

Example

"If your television loses several local channels, you may need to rescan for available broadcast frequencies."

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• noun

1

A second or subsequent scan of a document, image, patient, or system, typically performed to obtain a clearer result or updated information.

Example

"The radiologist ordered a quick rescan of the patient's knee because the initial image was slightly blurred."

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• Rhymes for rescan

• Nearby Words

resale
resave
rescale
rescan
reschedule
rescind
rescore

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rescan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rescan
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