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inquest

/ˈɪnkwɛst/

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inquestnoun

inquests

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/ˈɪnkwɛst/

The inquest into the accident revealed several safety violations.

Расследование аварии выявило несколько нарушений безопасности.

The inquest was held to determine the cause of death.

Дознание было проведено для установления причины смерти.

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Synonyms

inquestadjective

/ˈɪn.kwɛst/

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a judicial inquiry (e.g., “inquest verdict”).

inquestnoun

A judicial inquiry to ascertain the facts relating to an incident, such as a death.

The coroner held an inquest to determine the cause of the mysterious death.

An investigation or examination into a matter of public interest.

The government launched an inquest into the handling of the pandemic response.

The verdict or decision reached at a judicial inquiry.

The inquest delivered a verdict of accidental death.

inquestadjective

Relating to or connected with a judicial inquiry.

The coroner reviewed the inquest report before making a statement.