Interpellate
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To question imperatively, as a minister, or other executiveofficer, in explanation of his conduct; -- generally on the part of alegislative body.
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(in a parliament) to formally ask a question of a government minister concerning a matter of policy :
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(in certain parliamentary systems) interrupt the order of the day by demanding an explanation from (the minister concerned).
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