enquiry
pronunciation
How to pronounce enquiry in British English:
UK [ɪnˈkwaɪəri]
How to pronounce enquiry in American English:
US [ˈɪnkwəri]
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- Noun:
- an instance of questioning
- a search for knowledge
- a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
Word Origin
- enquiry (n.)
- alternative spelling of inquiry. Also see enquire. Related: Enquiries.
Example
- 1. Its letter had been written in a genuine spirit of enquiry .
- 2. At the enquiry , the police told their story , and so did charles bravo 's friends , and the servants in his house .
- 3. No. internet banking provides services including enquiry , transfer , payment and settlement .
- 4. The chinese embassy in london did not respond to an ft enquiry yesterday .
- 5. When she could no longer endure all of the changes , mohammed 's wife made an enquiry at the enterprise about what their true business was .