probing

probing
probe ► NOUN 1) a blunt-ended surgical instrument for exploring a wound or part of the body. 2) a small measuring or testing device, especially an electrode. 3) an investigation. 4) (also space probe) an unmanned exploratory spacecraft.
► VERB 1) physically explore or examine. 2) enquire into closely.
DERIVATIVES prober noun probing adjective.
ORIGIN Latin proba 'proof' , later 'examination' , from probare 'to prove' .

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