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Definition of Inquisitor
1. Noun. A questioner who is excessively harsh.
Exact synonyms: Interrogator
Generic synonyms: Asker, Enquirer, Inquirer, Querier, Questioner
Derivative terms: Inquisitorial, Interrogate
Generic synonyms: Asker, Enquirer, Inquirer, Querier, Questioner
Derivative terms: Inquisitorial, Interrogate
2. Noun. An official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition.
Specialized synonyms: Grand Inquisitor
Generic synonyms: Functionary, Official
Derivative terms: Inquisitorial
Generic synonyms: Functionary, Official
Derivative terms: Inquisitorial
Definition of Inquisitor
1. n. An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions.
Definition of Inquisitor
1. Noun. A person who inquires, especially searchingly or ruthlessly. ¹
2. Noun. An official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Inquisitor
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Medical Definition of Inquisitor
1. 1. An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions. "Inquisitors are tatlers." 2. One whose official duty it is to examine and inquire, as coroners, sheriffs, etc. 3. A member of the Court of Inquisition. Origin: L., cf. F. Inquisiteur. See Inquire. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)