ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Enquire

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɛnˈkwaɪə/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Enquire is a verb meaning British English form of inquire.

Meaning

British English form of inquire.

Example Sentences

He enquired about the availability of rental bicycles in the town.
Having thus at length enquired the truth concerning Law and dispense.
Thus prompts his accents and his actions still, / And all obey and few enquire his will; / To such, brief answer and contemptuous eye / Convey reproof, nor further deign reply.

Word Forms

Synonyms for enquire

Depending on context, synonyms include inquire, ask.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include inquire, ask, enquiry, query, request, question.

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