Definition for

inquisitor


noun – One who inquires or investigates; particularly, one whose official duty it is to inquire and examine: as, the inquisitors of the Holy Office or Inquisition.

noun – An inquisitive or curious person.

noun – An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions.

noun – One whose official duty it is to examine and inquire, as coroners, sheriffs, etc.

noun – A member of the Court of Inquisition.

noun – A person who inquires, especially searchingly or ruthlessly.

noun – An official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition.

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