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inquisition

/ˌɪŋkwɪˈzɪʃən/ · noun

Meaning

  1. An investigation or inquiry into the truth of some matter
  2. An inquest
  3. A questioning
  4. The finding of a jury, especially such a finding under a writ of inquiry.
  5. To make inquisition concerning; to inquire into.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

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