Investigator
/ɪnˈvɛstəˌɡeɪtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who conducts formal inquiries or examinations, especially for legal or official purposes.
The investigator collected all the evidence pertinent to the case.
Forms
- investigators
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'investigator' typically implies an authorized role, distinguishing it from informal fact-finders.
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