inquest

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Synonyms: enquest

Antonyms: enquest

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Noun

1. A [[formal]] [[investigation]], often held before a [[jury]], especially one into the [[cause]] of a [[death]]
2. An [[inquiry]], typically into an undesired outcome
3. The jury hearing such an [[inquiry]], and the result of the inquiry
4. {{lb|en|rare|obsolete}} [[enquiry]]; [[quest]]; [[search]]
5. {{lb|en|by extension|criminal law|Philippines}} [[prosecutorial|Prosecutorial]] [[proceeding]] on whether or not a [[warrantless]] [[arrestee]] is [[charge]]d with an [[offense]].

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