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request
(r/I/'kw/E/st )

noun (n)

  • a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority(noun.communication)
    Synonym:
    petition, postulation
    source: wordnet30
  • the verbal act of requesting(noun.communication)
    Synonym:
    asking
    source: wordnet30
  • The act of asking for anything desired; expression of desire or demand; solicitation; prayer; petition; entreaty.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • express the need or desire for; ask for(verb.communication)
    Example:
    She requested an extra bed in her room.
    Synonym:
    bespeak, call for, quest
    source: wordnet30
  • ask (a person) to do something(verb.communication)
    Example:
    I requested that she type the entire manuscript.
    source: wordnet30
  • inquire for (information)(verb.communication)
    Example:
    I requested information from the secretary.
    source: wordnet30
  • To ask for (something); to express desire ffor; to solicit; as, to request his presence, or a favor.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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