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    Request

    /rɪˈkwɛst/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    An act of asking for something to be given or done, typically as a favor or courtesy.
    She made a request for additional funding for the project.
    A formal message asking for something.
    The company sent a request for proposal to several vendors.
    A document or appeal asking for something.
    He submitted a request to change his work schedule.
    verb
    To ask for something formally or politely.
    I would like to request a meeting with the director.
    To express a desire for someone to do something.
    She requested that he send the report by Monday.
    To ask for something to be given or done.
    They requested assistance from the technical support team.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French 'requeste', from Latin 'requesta', from 'requiescere' (to ask).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make a request
    to ask for something formally
    request for information
    an inquiry seeking data or clarification
    upon request
    conditional upon being asked
    request line
    a communication line for putative demands

    Related Words

    requester
    A person who asks for something.
    requesting
    The act of making a request.
    requested
    Something that has been asked for.

    Slang Meanings

    Hit me up
    If you need help with your homework, just hit me up with a request.
    Drop a line
    Feel free to drop a line if you have any questions.