What is "enquiry" in English? Definition and Explanations

Updated: 03-05-2026 by Wikilanguages.net

What does enquiry mean in English? Meaning of enquiry definition and abbreviation with examples.

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Meaning of "enquiry": an instance of questioning

Meaning: an instance of questioning

Example: there was a question about my training we made inquiries of all those who were present

Synonyms: enquiry inquiry interrogation query question

Hypernyms: inquiring questioning

Antonyms: answer

Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈkwaɪɹ.i/

Meaning: a search for knowledge

Example: their pottery deserves more research than it has received

Synonyms: enquiry inquiry research

Hyponyms: canvass empirical research experiment experimentation heraldry investigation nature study opinion poll poll probe public opinion poll

Hypernyms: problem solving

Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈkwaɪɹ.i/

Meaning: a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest

Synonyms: enquiry inquiry

Hyponyms: inquest means test

Hypernyms: investigating investigation

Pronunciation in UK: /ɛnˈkwaɪɹ.i/