probed
Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)
Probe \Probe\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Probed; p. pr. & vb. n. Probing.] [L. probare to try, examine. See Prove.] [1913 Webster]
1.To examine, as a wound, an ulcer, or some cavity of the body, with a probe. [1913 Webster]
2.Fig.: to search to the bottom; to scrutinize or examine thoroughly. --Dryden. [1913 Webster]
The growing disposition to probe the legality of all acts, of the crown.— Hallam.[1913 Webster]