n. 1.an instance of questioning 2.the subject matter at issue 3.a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply 4.uncertainty about the truth or factuality of existence of something 5.a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote 6.an informal reference to a marriage proposal question v. 1.challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of 2.pose a series of questions to 3.pose a question 4.conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting 5.place in doubt or express doubtful speculation