licensedinquiry
nounUK /ˈlaɪsənst ɪnˈkwaɪəri/
US /ˈlaɪsənst ɪnˈkwaɪri/
A licensed inquiry is an official question asked by someone who has permission to ask it.
The city opened a licensed inquiry to find out why the park was closed.
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2. A formal investigation carried out under a legal permit.
The licensed inquiry into the factory fire lasted three months.
3. A permitted request for information made by a certified professional.
The auditor filed a licensed inquiry to review the company's records.
4. An approved study or examination of a specific matter.
The licensed inquiry examined safety rules at the school.