questioning
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/ˈkwestʃənɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈkwestʃənɪŋ/
noun
R
the act of asking questions to get information or to clarify doubts
The suspect was taken in for questioning by the police.
adjective
R
expressing doubt or a need for more information
He gave a questioning look when he didn't understand the instructions.
R
exploring or unsure about one's sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression
The youth was in a questioning phase about their gender identity.
translation
the act of asking questions to get information or to clarify doubts
expressing doubt or a need for more information; exploring or unsure about one's sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression
Word Forms
Plural
questionings