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scanner

[skan-er] / ˈskæn ər /
NOUN
optical character recognition
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"If a match is found, the scanner will be given clear instructions on how to alert KitKat who will then share the evidence appropriately," it said.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

It opens directly to the TSA screening area where travelers load their bags and go through the body scanner, rather than requiring an additional stop where a TSA officer checks IDs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

As I boarded, I placed both my tickets in front of the scanner without worrying about what everyone behind me would think.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 3, 2026

"In the scanner we got a really interesting pattern of activation," says Prof Scott.

From BBC • Dec. 22, 2025

I stumble out of the scanner, and the air opens up around me.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth