inquisition

/ˌɪŋkwɪˈzɪʃən/noun
High School
1

An inquiry or investigation into the truth of some matter.

2

Such an investigation that is asserted to be persecutory by its adversaries.

3

An inquest.

4

A questioning.

5

The finding of a jury, especially such a finding under a writ of inquiry.

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