electromagnetic radiation of short wavelength produced when high-speed electrons strike a solid target
[ Syn: x ray , x ray , x-ray , x-ray , x-radiation , x-radiation , roentgen ray , roentgen ray ]
a radiogram made by exposing photographic film to X rays; used in medical diagnosis
[ Syn: roentgenogram , x ray , x-ray , x-ray picture , x-ray photograph ]
X-ray (n.)
examine by taking x-rays
take an x-ray of something or somebody; The doctor x-rayed my chest'