Scanner

Pronunciation: /ˈskænər/

Scanner (noun)

  1. A machine that makes digital copies of documents or images.
  2. A tool that reads barcodes or QR codes to get information.

Examples

  • A scanner can create digital copies of documents.
  • A scanner can read barcodes quickly and accurately.

Common collocations: scan a document, digital copy, read a barcode, scan a code