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inquiry

Meaning of “inquiry”

The act of seeking information or making investigation.

Definition sources

KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
2 occurrences2 verses2 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Proverbs 20:25

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Every verse containing “inquiry”

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Proverbs 20:25
It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make inquiry.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Proverbs 20:25 · retained source text

It is a snare to the man who deuoureth that which is holy: and after vowes, to make inquirie.

Acts 10:17
Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made inquiry for Simon’s house, and stood before the gate,
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Acts 10:17 · retained source text

Now while Peter doubted in himselfe what this vision which he had seene, should meane: behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius, had made inquirie for Simons house, and stood before the gate,

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

The act of inquiring; a seeking for information by asking questions; interrogation.

Webster 1828 facsimile, volume 1, leaf 989