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investigate verb

  [ɪn.ˈvɛs.tɪ.ɡeɪ̯t]
  • (transitive) To examine, look into, or scrutinize in order to discover something hidden or secret.
  • (intransitive) To conduct an inquiry or examination.
 enquêter
  • (transitive) To inquire into or study in order to ascertain facts or information.
 étudier
rechercher

investigator noun

  • One who investigates.
 enquêteur, investigateur, enquêtrice

investigation noun

  /ɪnˌvɛs.təˈɡeɪ.ʃən/ , /ɪnˌvɛs.tɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
  • The act of investigating; the process of inquiring into or following up; research, especially patient or thorough inquiry or examination
 investigation

investigative adjective

  /ɪnˈvɛstɪɡeɪtɪv/ , /ɪnˈvɛstɪɡətɪv/
  • Of or pertaining to investigation
 investigateur
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