Definition of Inquire
Inquire
In·qui·re
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To ask for information or clarification about something.
e.g. The detective will inquire about the suspect's alibi.
(verb)
to ask about someone's well-being, health, or general state (used as "inquire after");
e.g. I tried to enquire after him because it had been some time since I'd heard from him.
(verb)
to ask to see someone or request to speak to them;
e.g. They came to inquire for her, but she was busy so she couldn't meet with them.
(verb)
to look or search into some matter, to investigate something and try to find out information about it (often used as "inquire into");
e.g. The scientific study seeks to inquire into the reasons for this trend.
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