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| 1. | [ noun ] (psychology) a search for knowledge | |
| Synonyms: | research inquiry | |
| Examples: | "their pottery deserves more research than it has received" |
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| Related terms: | problem_solving probe experiment poll empirical_research nature_study heraldry research | |
| 2. | [ noun ] an instance of questioning | |
| Synonyms: | question inquiry query interrogation | |
| Examples: | "there was a question about my training" "we made inquiries of all those who were present" |
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| Related terms: | answer questioning cross-question ask interrogate interview question | |
| 3. | [ noun ] a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest | |
| Synonyms: | inquiry | |
| Related terms: | investigation hearing inquest means_test investigate | |
| Similar spelling: |
enquirer enquire ensure encrypt encircle encircled |
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