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con·sult
 consult
- pronunciation:
- k
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suhlt
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
consulted, consulting, consults |
| definition 1: |
to look to for advice or information.
He consulted his lawyer concerning his legal rights in the matter.- similar words:
- ask, inquire of, look to
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| definition 2: |
to refer to.
Let's consult the dictionary for the correct spelling.- similar words:
- check, refer to
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| definition 3: |
to take into account; consider.
I'll have to consult my finances before deciding to buy.- synonyms:
- consider, regard, take into account
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| related words: |
see |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to deliberate; confer (usu. fol. by with).
She consulted with her doctor before deciding to enter the marathon.- synonyms:
- confer
- similar words:
- caucus, check, deliberate, huddle, meet, negotiate, talk
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| related words: |
dialogue, speak |
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