0 past simple and past participle of inquire
1 to ask for information:
[ + question word ] She called to inquire when her car would be ready.
[ + speech ] "Where are we going?" he inquired politely.
"How is your wife now, Charles?" "She's improving, thank you. It's kind of you to inquire."
Mrs Tuck called half an hour ago to inquire whether her order was ready.
I thought it might be rude to inquire about her ex-husband.
I have a customer on the phone inquiring about the publication date.
"Are you the manager of this establishment?", he inquired sternly.
The nurse-researcher interacted with the participants, listened to them, inquired as to their condition, and provided advice as part of the caregiving team.
The range of exposure factors inquired about was limited, and did not include the use of raw vegetables or salads.
The next question inquired about the year of qualification.
