ask

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈask/
/ˈask/
/eəsk/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

An act or instance of asking.

2 Definition

Something asked or asked for.

Synonyms
request
Example Sentences
  • I know this is a big ask, but …
3 Definition

An asking price.

4 Definition

An eft; newt.

5 Definition

A lizard.

Verb
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

To request (information, or an answer to a question).

Example Sentences
  • I asked her age.
2 Definition

To put forward (a question) to be answered.

Example Sentences
  • to ask a question
3 Definition

To interrogate or enquire of (a person).

Example Sentences
  • I'm going to ask this lady for directions.
4 Definition

To request or petition; usually with for.

Example Sentences
  • to ask for a second helping at dinner
5 Definition

To request permission to do something.

Example Sentences
  • Did you ask to use the car?
6 Definition

To require, demand, claim, or expect, whether by way of remuneration or return, or as a matter of necessity.

Example Sentences
  • What price are you asking for the house?
7 Definition

To invite.

Example Sentences
  • Don't ask them to the wedding.
8 Definition

To publish in church for marriage; said of both the banns and the persons.

9 Definition

To take (a person's situation) as an example.