question

English

/ˈkwɛst͡ʃən/, /ˈkwɛʃtən/

noun
Definitions
  • A sentence, phrase or word which asks for information, reply or response; an interrogative.
  • A subject or topic for consideration or investigation.
  • A doubt or challenge about the truth or accuracy of a matter.
  • A proposal to a meeting as a topic for deliberation.
  • (now) Interrogation by torture.
  • (obsolete) Talk; conversation; speech.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English question derived from questiun derived from Old French question derived from Latin quaestiōnem.

Origin

Latin

quaestiōnem

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