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单词 examen
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Definition of examen in English:

examen

(also examen of conscience)
noun ɛgˈzɑːmɛnɛɡˈzeɪmɛn
  • (especially among Jesuits) a devotional exercise involving reflection on and moral evaluation of one's thoughts and conduct, typically performed on a daily basis.

Origin

Mid 17th century: from Latin, in the figurative sense 'examination' (literally 'tongue of a balance'), from exigere 'weigh accurately'.

Definition of examen in US English:

examen

(also examen of conscience)
nouniɡˈzāmən
  • (especially among Jesuits) a devotional exercise involving reflection on and moral evaluation of one's thoughts and conduct, typically performed on a daily basis.

Origin

Mid 17th century: from Latin, in the figurative sense ‘examination’ (literally ‘tongue of a balance’), from exigere ‘weigh accurately’.

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