Definition of question
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a(1)
: an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge
(2)
: an interrogative sentence or clause
c(1)
: a subject or point of debate or a proposition to be voted on in a meeting
(2)
: the bringing of such to a vote
d
: the specific point at issue
2a
: an act or instance of asking : inquiry
c
: torture as part of an examination
(2)
: room for doubt or objection
little question of his skill
(3)
: chance, possibility
no question of escape
question
verb
questioned; questioning; questions
Definition of question (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to ask a question of or about
2
: to interrogate intensively : cross-examine
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The first known use of question was in the 14th century
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