Dictionary
in•ves•ti•ga•tion
Pronunciation: (in-ves"ti-gā'shun), [key]—
n.
1. the act or process of investigating or the condition of being investigated.
2. a searching inquiry for ascertaining facts; detailed or careful examination.
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