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Meaning of ask for

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ask for

verb

Definitions

  1. To request.

    Example: I asked for a glass of water.

  2. To increase the likelihood of something by persisting in some action; to invite.

    Example: If you keep on speeding, you are asking for trouble.