What does QUERY mean?

Query

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A question or request for information, usually made in writing.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈkwɪri/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈkwɪəri/

Origin and Usage: The word "query" originated in the early 17th century from the Latin word "quaere" which means "ask". It is commonly used in English to refer to a question or request for information, especially in the context of computer systems and databases.

Synonyms: Question, inquiry, request, investigation, interrogation.

Related Words: Quest, quick, quell, queen, quirk.

Example Sentences:

• She sent a query to the customer service department asking about the status of her order.
• The journalist submitted a query to the editor about a possible story idea.
• The database returned an error message when the query was submitted.