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quests

The correct spelling is quests.

How to pronounce quests

noun

Say it like: Kwe-sts

The correct spelling is quests. A journey or effort in pursuit of a goal (often lengthy, ambitious, or fervent); a mission. For example: "to rove in quest of game, of a lost child, of property, etc."

Usage Examples

to rove in quest of game, of a lost child, of property, etc.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A journey or effort in pursuit of a goal (often lengthy, ambitious, or fervent); a mission.
  2. 2.The act of seeking, or looking after anything; attempt to find or obtain; search; pursuit.
  3. 3.Request; desire; solicitation.
  4. 4.A group of people making search or inquiry.
  5. 5.Inquest; jury of inquest.

verb

  1. 1.To seek or pursue a goal; to undertake a mission or job.
  2. 2.To search for; to examine.
  3. 3.(of a tick) To locate and attach to a host animal.

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