Probe — synonyms, definition

1. probe (Noun)

check examination exploration inspection investigation needle observation reconnaissance search sharp instrument stylus survey

probe (Noun) — An inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities. ex. "there was a congressional probe into the scandal"

probe (Noun) — A flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities.

probe (Noun) — An exploratory action or expedition.

probe (Noun) — An investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity.

enquiry exploration inquiry research surgical instrument fishing expedition

2. probe (Verb)

analyse analyze ascertain assay assess carefully audit bore canvass check criticise criticize delve determine determine features of dig into dive enter examine experiment explore • • •

probe (Verb) — Investigate thoroughly to see if true.

probe (Verb) — Examine physically with or as if with a probe. ex. "probe an anthill"

investigate look into penetrate perforate enquire gutter hear inquire investigate re-examine try