English Dictionary

inquisition

/ˌɪŋkwɪˈzɪʃən/

noun

An inquiry or investigation into the truth of some matter. / An inquest. / A questioning. / The finding of a jury, especially such a finding under a writ of inquiry.

The inquisition was a period of intense questioning and investigation.

意味（1）

An inquiry or investigation into the truth of some matter.

But as farrefoorth as I coulde learne, through earneſt inquiſition I thoughte in my conſcience the woman was not gilty, all the circumſtances well conſydered.

意味（2）

An inquest.

意味（3）

A questioning.

意味（4）

The finding of a jury, especially such a finding under a writ of inquiry.

The justices in eyre had it formerly in charge to make inquisition concerning them by a jury of the county.