Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1960 (SND Vol. V).
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Quotation dates: 1800-1824, 1946
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INQUIRE, v. Also en-. Sc. usages: 1. with at (= Eng. of): to ask for information from (a person or other source). Gen.Sc.; 2. with for: to ask about the health or welfare of (a person). Gen.Sc. Cf. Ask, v.2, Spier.1. Ayr. 1824 Galt Rothelan III. 76:
I will inquire at the servants . . . if he has gone out .Abd.2 1946:
If ye dinna ken foo tae feenish the job, jeest enquire at the maister.2. Sc. 1800 Monthly Mag. I. 324:
I enquired for Mr A's health.Abd.2 1946:
Did ye inquire for his mither — foo she wis keeping?
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