request in WordNet English dictionary

1. the verbal act of requesting
   request  asking 
   
2. a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority
   request  petition  postulation 
   

1. express the need or desire for; ask for
   "She requested an extra bed in her room"; "She called for room service"
   request  bespeak  call for  quest 
   
2. ask (a person) to do something
   "She asked him to be here at noon"; "I requested that she type the entire manuscript"
   request 
   
3. inquire for (information)
   "I requested information from the secretary"
   request