petition
Pronunciation:
/pəˈtɪ.ʃən/noun
Definitions
A formal, written request made to an official person or organized body, often containing many signatures.
A compilation of signatures built in order to exert moral authority in support of a specific cause.
A formal written request for judicial action.
A prayer; a supplication; an entreaty.
verb
Definitions
To make a request to, commonly in written form.
Example: The villagers petitioned the council to demolish the dangerous building.