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Definitions for: Inquisitor [n] a questioner who is excessively harsh
[n] an official of the ecclesiastical court of the Inquisition
Webster (1913) Definition: In*quis"i*tor, n. [L.: cf. F. inquisiteur. See
Inquire.]
1. An inquisitive person; one fond of asking questions. [R.]
``Inquisitors are tatlers.'' --Feltham.
2. (Law) One whose official duty it is to examine and
inquire, as coroners, sheriffs, etc. --Mozley & W.
3. (R.C.Ch.) A member of the Court of Inquisition.
Synonyms: interrogator
See Also: asker, enquirer, functionary, Grand Inquisitor, inquirer, official, querier, questioner
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