Definition of "inquisitor" []

• One who inquires or makes an inquisition, especially a questioner who is excessively rigorous or harsh. (noun)

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• "But in the light of such deafening coolness, the inner inquisitor is easily drowned out."
• "if the word inquisitor had been invented he could have worn it like an old coat settling into the dark corners of its meaning with comfort."
• "And then – if, that is, my inquisitor had not gathered up her children and fled my toxic presence – I would provide her with the following list:"