Query
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In general, a query is a form of questioning, in a line of inquiry.
- In information retrieval, a query is a statement of information needs, typically keywords combined with boolean operators and other modifiers.
- In computing, a database query is a specification of a result to be calculated from a database; it is often specified using the structured query language SQL.
- Some people, especially programmers, use the name "query" as a shorthand for question mark, in the same way that bang is used for exclamation point.
- Among Quakers, a query is a question used for reflection and in spiritual exercises.