query

/'kwiəri/
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query

The student raised her hand to ask a query about the assignment.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A question, especially one asking for information or expressing doubt: A "query" is a formal or specific question, often used in contexts like computing, research, or official inquiries.
    • A question mark: In some contexts, "query" can refer to the symbol "?".

  2. Verb:

    • To ask a question or express doubt about something: To "query" means to ask for clarification or to question the accuracy or truth of a statement, fact, or data point.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • The database can handle thousands of search queries per second.
    • I have a query regarding the instructions you sent.
    • She wrote a query in the margin of the report.

  • Verb:

    • A few shareholders queried the CEO's compensation package.
    • I would query the source of that information.
    • The system queried the user for a password.
Advanced Usage

  • "To raise a query": To formally ask a question or express a doubt.

    • Several delegates raised queries about the new policy.

  • "A query language": In computing, a specialized language for retrieving information from databases (e.g., SQL - Structured Query Language).

    • Learning a query language is essential for data analysts.
Variants and Related Words

  • Inquiry/Enquiry (n): A more formal word for an act of asking for information. Often used interchangeably with "query," though "inquiry" can imply a more thorough investigation.

    • The committee launched an official inquiry.

  • Question (n/v): A more general term for an interrogative sentence or the act of asking. "Query" often implies a more precise or technical question.

Synonyms
  • Noun: Question, inquiry, interrogation.
  • Verb: Question, ask, challenge, dispute.
Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)
  • Query someone about something: To ask someone specific questions regarding a topic.
    • The journalist queried the minister about the scandal.
Related Idioms
  • Beyond query: Beyond question or doubt; indisputable.
    • His expertise in the field is beyond query. (Note: This is a less common, more formal usage.)
query

The student raised her hand to ask a query about the assignment.

Noun
  1. an instance of questioning
    • there was a question about my training
    • we made inquiries of all those who were present
Verb
  1. pose a question

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