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Definition of enquirer

enquirer

/ɪnˈkwaɪ.ə.ɹɚ/
en · quir · er
Adverb:enquiringly
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Plural:enquirers
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Adjective:enquiring
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enquirer Lexical Profile

enquirer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

British A person who asks a question, seeks information, or conducts an investigation.

Example

"The receptionist politely directed the enquirer to the customer service desk for further assistance."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In British English, "enquirer" is often used for someone asking a general question, while "inquirer" is reserved for someone conducting a formal investigation; in American English, "inquirer" is preferred for both senses, though "enquirer" frequently appears in newspaper titles.

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• Nearby Words

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enormousness
enough
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enrapture
enrich

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb "enquire" (derived from Old French "enquerre" and Latin "inquirere", meaning "to seek after") combined with the agentive suffix "-er".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Enquirer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/enquirer
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