Entry Word: examine

Function: verb

Meaning: 1 to put a series of questions to <the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness>

Synonyms grill, interrogate, pump, query, question, quiz

Related Words debrief; cross-examine; catechize; annoy, harass, hound, pester

Phrases give the third degree to

2 to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) <the customer examined the antique piece of furniture from top to bottom before purchasing it> — see inspect