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Definition question in British English

question verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈkwestʃ(ə)n/
1

if the police question someone, they ask them questions to find out what they know about a crime

Example

A man is being questioned by detectives in connection with the murder of a young girl.

Synonyms and related words
apprehend apprehension arrest
1.1

to ask someone questions formally or officially

Example

Witnesses are reminded of their duty to tell the truth when questioned in court.

Example

A hundred employers were questioned in the survey.

Synonyms and related words
ask question demand
1.2

to ask someone a question to find out what they know about something

Example

Curious friends questioned me about the case.

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ask question demand
2

to have or express doubts about something

Example

Some historians question the validity of oral data.

Example

She was beginning to question the wisdom of leaving so quickly.

Example

I don't think it's fair to question his motives just because he disagrees with you.

Synonyms and related words
question doubt be in doubt
Definition question in British English

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