x-ray
• noun
A photographic or digital image of the internal composition of something, especially a part of the body, produced by passing electromagnetic radiation through it.
"The orthopedic surgeon examined the chest x-ray to check for any hairline fractures in the ribs."
An electromagnetic wave of high energy and very short wavelength, which is able to pass through many materials opaque to light.
"Lead aprons are worn by patients to shield their organs from unnecessary exposure to x-rays."
• adjective
Relating to, produced by, or utilizing electromagnetic radiation of extremely short wavelength to view the internal structure of opaque objects.
"The hospital recently upgraded its diagnostic department with high-resolution x-ray equipment."
• verb
To photograph or examine the internal structure of a body part or object using high-energy electromagnetic radiation.
"The dentist decided to x-ray her molars to see if the wisdom teeth were impacted."