Meaning of the word requisition in English

What does requisition mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

requisition

US /ˌrek.wəˈzɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌrek.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/
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Noun

an official order laying claim to the use of property or materials

Example:
The army issued a requisition for all available vehicles in the area.
We need to submit a requisition for new office supplies.

Verb

to demand the use or supply of (something), especially by official order and for military or public use

Example:
The government decided to requisition private land for the new highway project.
The school will requisition new textbooks for the upcoming academic year.
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