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inquirer

noun

Simple meaning

A person who seeks information or asks questions.

Pronunciation

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ihnkwyrer

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ɪnkˈwaɪɹɚ

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Definition

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noun

  1. One who inquires.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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Inflected forms

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  • inquireverbBase word

    Address a question to and expect an answer from.

Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • inquirynounDerived noun · specialist

    A search for knowledge.

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Synonyms

Sense: one who inquires

enquirer

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