ask >> /æsk/
Definition: [verb] Say something in order to obtain an answer or some information.
Example: people are always asking questions
Definition: [verb] Request (someone) to do or give something.
Example: Mary asked her father for money
Definition: [verb] Invite (someone) to one's home or a function.
Example: it's about time we asked Pam to dinner
Definition: [noun] A request, especially for a donation.
Example: it was an awkward ask for more funding