v. t.
v. i. To pursue a course of investigation and study; to make investigation. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically.
n. [ L. investigatio: cf. F. investigation. ] The act of investigating; the process of inquiring into or following up; research; study; inquiry, esp. patient or thorough inquiry or examination;
a. Given to investigation; inquisitive; curious; searching. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L.: cf. F. investigateur. ] One who searches diligently into a subject. [ 1913 Webster ]
adj. Of or pertaining to an investigation; accomplished by investigation; designed to find information or ascertain facts;