inquire meaning and definition

INQUIRE verb

Definition of inquire (verb)

1. inquire about
   • "I asked about their special today"; "He had to ask directions several times"
   • synonyms: ask, enquire
2. have a wish or desire to know something
   • "He wondered who had built this beautiful church"
   • synonyms: enquire, wonder
3. conduct an inquiry or investigation of
   • "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady"
   • synonyms: enquire, investigate