Exam etymology

English

English word exam comes from English examination

Etymology of exam

Detailed word origin of exam

Dictionary entry Language Definition
examination English (en) A formal test involving answering written or oral questions under a time constraint and usually without access to textbooks.. Particularly, an inspection by a medical professional to establish the extent and nature of any sickness or injury.. The act of examining.
exam English (en) (sciences) (informal) especially when meaning test or in compound terms.