investigation

/ˌɪˌnvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən/B2Loopy word list, level 2 · Essential

Definition

  • n. the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically

Word forms

Plural
investigations

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The police launched an investigation into the robbery that occurred last night.

  2. n.

    The medical investigation revealed new information about the disease.