1. the act of asking for something to be given or done; solicitation or petition. 2. an instance of this: a request for silence. 3. a written statement of petition. 4. to ask for, esp. formally or politely: I request permission to speak. 5. to ask or beg (usu. fol. by a clause or an infinitive): I request to be excused. More @Wikipedia
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