photoscan

[ foh-tuh-skan ]

verb (used with object)

, pho·to·scanned, pho·to·scan·ning.

1. to study the distribution of a radioactive isotope or radiopaque dye in (a body organ or part) through the use of x-rays.

Word History and Origins

Origin of photoscan¹

First recorded in 1955–60; photo- + scan

Example Sentences

PhotoScan by Google Photos, free for Android and iOS, is one option.

From New York Times

And Google’s PhotoScan turns your phone into a handheld scanner to make digitizing old hardcopy photos simple.

From Fox News

Now, you can use Google's PhotoScan app, which digitally scans your photos.

From Fox News

After taking 20–50 close-up photos of a pastry, Yu would transfer photos into the desktop photogrammetry app Agisoft PhotoScan to generate a 3D model of the food.

From The Verge

If you’re not looking for a high-end scan, though, use Google’s PhotoScan mobile app, which lets you use your phone’s camera like a scanner to capture photos, even if they’re framed and behind glass.

From New York Times