sentence worded or expressed so as to elicit information. What you ask about; issues. To ask for or try to get information.

person who manufactures articles of cast metal. (Of a ship) To be sinking after hitting rocks.

To persuade people to do, like or agree.

gladly received. used to greet someone in polite or friendly way. Friendly greeting to someone who has arrived. To greet someone who has just arrived.

Short discussion or talk. give something and receive something similar.

in way that covers or affects large area.

Persuaded to feel sure of something. To persuade someone, or make them feel sure.

actual application or use of idea. The offices and places for legal or medical work. perform activity repeatedly to improve or maintain proficiency.

economic activity involving processing of raw materials and manufacture of goods.

activity or business of growing crops and raising livestock. To use land for raising plants or animals for food.

To ask a series of questions to measure knowledge.

supply.

process of providing or obtaining food necessary for health and growth.

person's regular occupation etc..

That surprises you; not expected. Something unexpected that slightly shocks you. cause someone to feel mild astonishment or shock.