tricorder
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Noun — A fictional handheld scanning device from science fiction, used to analyze the environment or a patient's health.
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Etymology
Coined for Star Trek, blending tri- (its three main scanning functions) with (re)corder.
Full origin of tricorder →Frequently asked questions
What does “tricorder” mean?
The word “tricorder” means a fictional handheld scanning device from science fiction, used to analyze the environment or a patient's health. In plain terms, a sci-fi scanning gadget — now also a real term for compact multi-function medical scanners.
How do you use “tricorder” in a sentence?
Here is “tricorder” used in a sentence: “Doctor McCoy scanned the alien with his tricorder.”
What part of speech is “tricorder”?
“Tricorder” is a noun.
How many meanings does “tricorder” have?
“Tricorder” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fictional handheld scanning device from science fiction, used to analyze the environment or a patient's health.
