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inquest

/ɪnˈkwɛst/ noun · British & US
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What does inquest mean?

noun

A formal inquiry into a matter, especially a death, or a judicial inquiry into a matter of public concern. A judicial inquiry into a matter of public concern.

Example

"The coroner's inquest into the plane crash revealed a series of safety failures."

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