1. past tense of probe; examined or investigated thoroughly
2. past tense of probe; touched or explored with a thin instrument
Usage: medical

Examples

• The detective probed the suspect’s alibi for inconsistencies.
• Scientists probed the depths of the ocean with special equipment.
• The journalist probed deeper into the corruption scandal.
• The doctor probed the wound carefully with a sterile instrument.
• Investigators probed the company’s financial records.
• The dentist probed around the tooth to check for cavities.
• Researchers probed the effects of the new medication.