Meaning of the word query in English

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query

US /ˈkwɪr.i/

UK /ˈkwɪr.i/

a question, especially one addressed to an official or an organization

Example:

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I have a query about my order.

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The customer service department handles all customer queries.

Synonym:

question inquiry request demand

ask a question about something, especially in order to express one's doubts about it or to check its validity or accuracy

Example:

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He decided to query the bill because it seemed too high.

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The teacher might query your answer if it's not well-supported.

Synonym:

question challenge dispute doubt ask

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