to seek information by questioning; ask

to inquire about a person.

to make investigation (usually fol. by into )

to inquire into the incident.

to seek to learn by asking

to inquire a person's name.

Obsolete . to seek.

Obsolete . to question (a person). ?

inquire after, to ask about the state of health or condition of

Friends have been calling all morning to inquire after you.

verb

answer , respond

verb

analyze , catechize , examine , explore , feel out , go over , grill , hit , hit up , inspect , interrogate , investigate , knock , probe , prospect , pry , query , question , request information , roast , scrutinize , search , seek , seek information , sift , study , test the waters , quiz , delve , dig , look into , reconnoiter , scout , ask