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.
© Webster 1913.