Definition of Consult
Consult
con·sult


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To seek advice or guidance from someone.

e.g. The doctor will consult with a cardiologist to determine the best course of treatment.

(verb)
broadly, to speak to someone before taking a particular course of action;

e.g. I will make sure to consult you before signing the documents.

(verb)
broadly, to refer to a resource, such as a watch or a book, in order to obtain information from it;

e.g. She will consult the textbook to see if she can find the answer to her question.

(noun)
(American) a session during which a person speaks to an expert in a particular field in order to obtain their opinion or advice;

e.g. He scheduled a consult with a doctor because he had been feeling sick for a week.



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