enquiry

/in'kwaiəri/
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enquiry

The student made an enquiry at the library's information desk.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A systematic investigation of a matter of public interest: "Enquiry" refers to a formal or official process of seeking information or examining facts.
    • A search for knowledge: It can also denote a general act of seeking information or understanding, often through study or questioning.
    • An instance of questioning: "Enquiry" can mean a specific question or request for information.
Usage and Examples

  • Noun (Systematic Investigation):

    • The government launched an official enquiry into the causes of the accident.
    • The committee's enquiry revealed significant flaws in the system.

  • Noun (Search for Knowledge):

    • Scientific enquiry is driven by curiosity and a desire to understand the world.
    • His book is a fascinating enquiry into the nature of happiness.

  • Noun (Instance of Questioning):

    • I made an enquiry about the train schedule.
    • Thank you for your enquiry regarding our services.
Advanced Usage and Notes
  • "Enquiry" vs. "Inquiry": In British English, "enquiry" is often used for a general question or request for information, while "inquiry" suggests a formal, often lengthy, investigation. In American English, "inquiry" is used for all senses.
  • "To hold an enquiry": To conduct a formal investigation.
    • A judge was appointed to hold an enquiry into the allegations.
  • "A line of enquiry": A specific area or method of investigation.
    • The police are pursuing several lines of enquiry.
Variants and Related Words
  • Inquire (Verb): To ask for information.
    • I will inquire about the availability of tickets.
  • Inquirer (Noun): A person who asks questions or seeks information.
  • Enquiring (Adjective): Showing an interest in learning new things.
    • She has an enquiring mind.
Synonyms
  • Investigation: A formal examination, especially to discover facts.
  • Query: A question, especially one asking for information or checking accuracy.
  • Probe: A thorough investigation into a matter.
Related Phrases
  • Enquiry desk: A place, especially in a public building, where you can go to ask questions.
    • Please direct your questions to the enquiry desk in the lobby.
  • Enquiry agent: A formal term, chiefly British, for a private detective.
    • The company hired an enquiry agent to look into the matter.
Idioms
  • A court of enquiry: A group of people appointed to investigate a specific event or situation.
    • The military convened a court of enquiry to examine the failed operation.
enquiry

The student made an enquiry at the library's information desk.

Noun
  1. a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
  2. a search for knowledge
    • their pottery deserves more research than it has received
  3. an instance of questioning
    • there was a question about my training
    • we made inquiries of all those who were present

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