inquiry

/ɪnˈkwaɪri/
noun
  1. A request for information; a question.
    • We received an inquiry about the price of the car.
    • Her inquiry about the homework was answered by the teacher.
    • Please direct all inquiries to the customer service desk.
  2. An official investigation or examination of facts.
    • The government launched an inquiry into the train accident.
    • A public inquiry was held to determine the cause of the fire.
    • The committee's inquiry lasted six months and produced a detailed report.
  3. The act of seeking knowledge or truth through questioning or research.
    • The philosopher valued free inquiry above all else.
    • Scientific inquiry is based on observation and experimentation.
    • Her inquiry into ancient languages led to a new translation of the text.
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