Probe

noun
proʊb

Noun

  • an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

    “there was a congressional probe into the scandal”

    Similar:Investigation
    Type of:InquiryResearchEnquiry

  • a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities

  • an exploratory action or expedition

    Type of:Exploration

  • an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity

    Type of:Research

Verb

  • examine physically with or as if with a probe

    “probe an anthill”

    Type of:PerforatePenetrate

  • question or examine thoroughly and closely

    Similar:Examine
    Type of:Investigate

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