imaging
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Also seen as: imagings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The technique or practice of creating images of otherwise invisible aspects of an object, especially of body parts.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The use of mental images to alter a person's perceptions or behaviors.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “imaging” mean?
The technique or practice of creating images of otherwise invisible aspects of an object, especially of body parts.
Is “imaging” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.