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Meaning of Query
A question, especially one expressing doubt or confusion, or an investigation into something.
Definitions
- A question, especially one expressing doubt or confusion
- An investigation into something, especially a formal one
- A request for information or data, especially one made to a database or search engine
Etymology of Query
The word "query" comes from the Old French word "querir," meaning "to seek" or "to ask," which is derived from the Latin word "quaerere," meaning "to seek" or "to ask."
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a question or inquiry, and its meaning has expanded over time to include investigations and requests for information.
Example Uses
- The journalist posed a query to the politician about their stance on the issue.
- The company launched a query into the cause of the accident.
- The user entered a query into the search engine to find relevant results.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
answer
response
reply
statement
affirmation
confirmation
declaration
assertion
claim
allegation
accusation
statement
proclamation
announcement
notification
declaration
revelation
disclosure
exposure
statement