consult
consult Lexical Profile
consult Game Scores & Validity
• verb
To seek information or advice from someone, especially an expert or professional, or from an authoritative reference source.
"You should consult a qualified tax attorney before signing the commercial lease agreement."
To have discussions or confer with someone before making a decision or taking action.
"The board of directors agreed to consult with community leaders regarding the proposed development."
To serve as an expert advisor or professional consultant for an organization, client, or project.
"After retiring from the agency, she began to consult for several international cybersecurity firms."
• noun
North American An act of consulting a professional, especially a medical specialist or advisor; a consultation.
"The primary care physician ordered a cardiology consult before clearing the patient for surgery."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the early 16th century from Middle French consulter or directly from Latin consultare ('to take the advice of, deliberate'), a frequentative of consulere ('to take counsel, consider').