Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
court-of-inquiry
noun
/kɔːrt əv ɪnˈkwaɪəri/
Definition
A court-of-inquiry is a formal investigation conducted to examine specific incidents or actions, typically involving matters related to military or government conduct.
Examples
- The military established a court-of-inquiry to investigate the circumstances of the aircraft crash.
- After the scandal, a court-of-inquiry was convened to look into the officials’ decisions.
- The findings of the court-of-inquiry were made public to ensure transparency.
Meaning
It serves to determine facts and assess accountability, often leading to recommendations or disciplinary actions.
Synonyms
- investigation
- inquiry
- probe
- examination
