bespeak
Pronunciation:
/bɪˈspiːk/noun
Definitions
A request for a specific performance; a benefit performance, by a patron.
verb
Definitions
To speak about; tell of; relate; discuss.
To speak for beforehand; engage in advance; make arrangements for; order or reserve in advance.
To stipulate, solicit, ask for, or request, as in a favour.
Example: to bespeak a calm hearing; I bespeak your patience in advance.
To forbode; foretell.