investigation

Definition

The act of investigating; the process of inquiring into or following up; research, especially patient or thorough inquiry or examination

Etymology

From Middle English investigacioun, from Old French investigacion, from Latin investigatio. Morphologically investigate + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "The investigation into the crime has led to various leads as well as plenty of dead ends."
• "Despite thorough investigation, the perpetrator of the attacks remains unknown."
• "carry out an investigation"

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