noun / verb
request
rih-KWEST/rɪˈkwest/
An act of asking formally or politely for something.
The customer politely requests a particular book from the librarian.
Etymology
The central idea is asking or seeking, with re- perhaps suggesting repetition. A Latin expression meaning “a thing asked for” underlies the noun, which came to name the act of asking for a favor or service.
In context
presenting your request as a favor, you make the other person feel that they are helping you personally
More examples
- The office received several requests.
- He requested a later appointment.
- They have requested additional time.
Forms
request · requests · requested · requesting
requester noun — Someone asking for something.