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Meaning of Probed
The primary meaning of the word "Probed" is to investigate or examine something closely.
Definitions
- To investigate or examine something closely, especially in order to gain a deeper understanding or to find out the truth about it
- * To ask someone questions in order to get information or to find out what they think or feel
- * To insert a medical instrument, such as a catheter or an endoscope, into a part of the body in order to examine or treat it
Etymology of Probed
The word "Probed" originated from the Old French word "prober", which is derived from the Latin word "probare", meaning "to test" or "to prove"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially with the meaning of "to test" or "to try", and later with the meaning of "to investigate" or "to examine"
Example Uses
- The scientist probed the sample to understand its properties
- * The detective probed the witness to get more information
- * The doctor probed the patient's abdomen to check for any abnormalities
- * The journalist probed the government's claims to uncover the truth
- * The team probed the market to understand consumer behavior
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