PROBE
Scrabble letter values: P3R1O1B3E1 = 9
Definition
- verb question or examine thoroughly and closely. — synonyms: examine
- verb examine physically with or as if with a probe. — synonyms: dig_into, poke_into
- noun an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities. — synonyms: investigation
- noun a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities.
- noun an exploratory action or expedition.
- noun an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity.
Examples
- “probe an anthill”
- “there was a congressional probe into the scandal”
- “They launched a probe into the cause of the accident.”