ask for

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Phrasal Verb : To request something : To speak or write to someone because you want them to give you something. To behave in a way that makes something bad or unpleasant likely to happen : To act in a manner that is very likely to result in trouble, problems, or criticism. Usage and Examples To request something : He asked for a glass of water. (He requested that someone give him a g...