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| con·sult [ kən súlt ] |
verb (past and past participle con·sult·ed, present participle con·sult·ing, 3rd person present singular con·sults) |
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1. transitive and intransitive verb ask for specialist advice: to ask for specialist advice or information, especially from a professional
  If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
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2. transitive and intransitive verb ask permission: to ask for somebody's opinion or permission before taking action
You'd be wise to consult the boss before you make any major changes.
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3. transitive verb refer to source of information: to look at something such as a reference book in order to get information
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4. intransitive verb give professional advice: to provide specialist advice for a fee
After 15 years in computer programming, I now consult from home.
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noun (plural con·sults) [ kən súlt, kón sùlt ] |
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consultation: a consultation or discussion about something
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informal
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| [Early 16th century. Via French< Latin consultare "confer" < consulere "seek advice"] |
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| con·sult·a·ble adjective |
| con·sult·er noun |
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