Definitie & Betekenis van "probe"

to probe

WERKWOORD

onderzoeken, doorgronden

to investigate or explore in depth in order to find out more information

Intransitive: to probe into sth

Example

The journalist probed into the company 's finances to uncover any potential corruption.

The detective probed into the case to uncover new evidence.

The scientist probed deeper into the theory to uncover new insights.

onderzoeken, peilen

to examine or look for something, particularly using a small long instrument

Transitive: to probe sth

Example

Detectives probed the crime scene for clues that could lead to the identity of the perpetrator.

Engineers probed the structure of the bridge to identify any weaknesses or signs of deterioration.

Researchers probed the genetic makeup of the rare species to understand its evolutionary history.

Probe

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

sonde, onderzoeker

a slender medical instrument with a blunt end used particularly for exploration of wounds or body cavities

What is a "probe"?

A probe is a thin medical tool used by healthcare professionals to examine or explore parts of the body during medical procedures or examinations. It may have a light source and camera to closely examine tissues, or it may be used to collect samples of tissue or fluids for diagnosing patients. Probes are essential tools in various medical specialties, helping in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of conditions by providing detailed information about internal structures or abnormalities.

onderzoek, inquisitie

an attempt to find out the truth about something by asking a lot of questions

sonde, onderzoeker

an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity

onderzoek, enquête

an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

sonde, ruimtesonde

an unmanned spacecraft used to gather information from space and send it back

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