probe — to investigate or examine something thoroughly
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to investigate or examine something thoroughly
Pronunciation (IPA): /proʊb/
Example Sentences
- The alien probe turned out to be my neighbor's drone with Christmas lights.
- Scientists will probe the ocean depths to discover new species.
- The teacher probed the student's excuse with the skill of a detective.
probe
VERB[/proʊb/]
to investigate or examine something thoroughly
Investigating and examining thoroughly
In his flowing robe, he probe the ancient globe!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin probare, meaning 'to test, examine, or verify.' Originally carried the sense of 'to prove someone's integrity or goodness,' evolving to encompass the broader meaning of investigating or testing something through examination.
Breakdown
Latin probare (pro- 'forward' + -bare 'to try, test') yields the English verb probe, which retains the core sense of rigorous investigation or examination.
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📝Examples
“The alien probe turned out to be my neighbor's drone with Christmas lights.”
“Scientists will probe the ocean depths to discover new species.”
“The teacher probed the student's excuse with the skill of a detective.”
“The congressional probe revealed serious financial irregularities.”
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