In*quis"i*tor (?), n. [L.: cf. F. inquisiteur. See Inquire.]

1.

An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions.

[R.] "Inquisitors are tatlers."

Feltham.

2. Law

One whose official duty it is to examine and inquire, as coroners, sheriffs, etc.

Mozley & W.

3. R.C.Ch.

A member of the Court of Inquisition.

 

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