Enquiry
/ɪnˈkwaɪəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal process of seeking information or investigation, often used in legal contexts to ascertain facts.
The commission launched an enquiry into the allegations of corruption.
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Commentary
In legal usage, 'enquiry' often overlaps with 'inquiry,' though 'enquiry' tends to be preferred in British English while 'inquiry' is more common in American English.
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