Definitions

1. verb

to teach or instruct (someone) in the principles and practices of a particular religion, especially Christianity

“The priest catechized the children on Sunday mornings.”

2. verb

to question or examine (someone) on their knowledge of a particular subject, especially in a formal or official manner

“The examiner catechized the candidate on the history of the company.”

3. verb

to put questions to (someone) in order to test their knowledge or to elicit information

“The journalist catechized the politician on his economic policies.”