'Inquisitor' definitions:

Definition of 'inquisitor'

From: WordNet
noun
A questioner who is excessively harsh [syn: inquisitor, interrogator]
noun
An official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition

Definition of 'Inquisitor'

From: GCIDE
  • Inquisitor \In*quis"i*tor\, n. [L.: cf. F. inquisiteur. See Inquire.]
  • 1. An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions. [R.] "Inquisitors are tatlers." --Feltham. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Law) One whose official duty it is to examine and inquire, as coroners, sheriffs, etc. --Mozley & W. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. (R.C.Ch.) A member of the Court of Inquisition. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'inquisitor'

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