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inquisitor
UK /ɪnˈkwɪzətəɹ/ US /ɪnˈkwɪzətəɹ/
noun 2
Definitions
noun
1
A person who inquires, especially searchingly or ruthlessly.
During the meeting, Jake turned into an inquisitor, firing questions at the presenter non-stop.
2
An official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition.
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