English word exam comes from English examination
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| examination | English (eng) | 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 (eng) | (sciences) (informal) especially when meaning test or in compound terms. |