perusal puh-ROO-zuhl noun WS #31

the action of reading or examining something carefully; a careful study or examination of something; the act of reading through something thoroughly

1. The editor's perusal of the manuscript identified numerous grammatical errors and factual inconsistencies.
2. A quick perusal of the restaurant menu showed that they had many vegetarian options available.
3. The perusal of ancient manuscripts requires specialized knowledge and extremely gentle handling techniques.
4. After careful perusal of the contract, the lawyer advised her client not to sign it.
5. His perusal of the financial reports revealed several accounting irregularities that needed investigation.