Definitions for probe

Definitions for (noun) probe

Main entry: probe

Definition: an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity


Main entry: probe

Definition: an exploratory action or expedition


Main entry: probe

Definition: a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities


Main entry: investigation, probe

Definition: an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

Usage: there was a congressional probe into the scandal


Definitions for (verb) probe

Main entry: probe, examine

Definition: question or examine thoroughly and closely


Main entry: poke into, probe, dig into

Definition: examine physically with or as if with a probe

Usage: probe an anthill


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