definition of
probe

[1] #1 probe v. [examine] question or examine thoroughly and closely. wn

[2] #2 probe v. [dig into, poke into] examine physically with or as if with a probe; "probe an anthill". wn

[3] #3 probe n. [investigation] an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities; "there was a congressional probe into the scandal". wn

[4] #4 probe n. a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities. wn

[5] #5 probe n. an exploratory action or expedition. wn