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Spanish Inquisition
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Proper noun
Spanish Inquisition
en historical An extension of the Papal Inquisition, established in 15th-century Spain to investigate and punish converted Jews and Muslims thought to be insincere.
en figuratively Excessive questioning or interrogation.
en I agreed to answer a few questions, but I didn't expect the Spanish Inquisition.
See also
en third degree