Definitions

1. noun

A high-ranking Roman magistrate responsible for financial and administrative duties, or a person who investigates or inquires into something.

“The quaestors played a crucial role in managing the Roman Empire’s finances during the late Republic.”

2. noun

A person who investigates or inquires into something, especially in a formal or official manner.

“The journalist acted as a quaestor, digging deep into the scandal to uncover the truth.”

3. noun

A title given to someone who is inquiring into or investigating something.

“The quaestor was tasked with investigating the company’s financial discrepancies.”