Associations to the word «Inquest»

Wiktionary

INQUEST, noun. A formal investigation, often held before a jury, especially one into the cause of a death.
INQUEST, noun. The jury hearing such an inquiry, and the result of the inquiry.
INQUEST, noun. (rare) (obsolete) Enquiry; quest; search.

Dictionary definition

INQUEST, noun. An inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death.

Wise words

In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker.
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