Meaning & Definition of word "Speer"

Speer

/spɪə/

1. A request or inquiry.
- Example: I made a speer to the principal about extending the deadline.
2. The act of asking for information.
- Example: Her speer regarding the scholarship was met with a positive response.

1. To ask or inquire about something.
- Example: She decided to speer about the location of the nearest coffee shop.
2. To demand or request information from someone.
- Example: He speered his friend for details about the upcoming event.
3. To seek opinions or advice.
- Example: During the meeting, the manager speered the team for their thoughts on the new project.

●From Middle English 'spier', from Old Norse 'spyrja'.

speer someone:

To ask someone a question.

speer after:

To inquire about someone's well-being.

inquire:

To seek information by questioning.

query:

A question, especially one addressed to an official or organization.

Meaning: To ask for information in a casual manner.

● Example Sentence: I just speered him if he was going to the party.

Meaning: To poke fun or tease while asking.

● Example Sentence: He always speers me when he wants to know my secrets.