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Inquest Definition & Meaning

inquest
noun
  1. an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death

"Inquest" in song lyrics

See how inquest is used in real songs:

  • "davinci's inquest"
    AOL — AOL
  • "da vinci inquest"
    AOL — AOL
  • "n.y. child support inquest"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "inquest"

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Frequently asked questions

What does inquest mean?
an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death
What part of speech is inquest?
Inquest is a noun.

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