requisition

noun/verb

Meaning

A formal, written demand that supplies or equipment be provided for official use.

Examples

The army issued a requisition for additional medical supplies to be delivered to the front line.
Employees must submit a formal requisition before purchasing any new computer hardware.

Synonyms: request, order, demand, procurement, commandeering

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requisition

noun/verb

Pronunciation: ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən

Definition

A formal, written demand that supplies or equipment be provided for official use.

Examples

The army issued a requisition for additional medical supplies to be delivered to the front line.
Employees must submit a formal requisition before purchasing any new computer hardware.
The government has the power to requisition private property for public use during a national emergency.

How to Use requisition

requisition for (prepositional phrase): The request regarding a specific item. — "He signed the requisition for new office chairs."
submit a requisition (collocation): To formally file a request. — "Please submit a requisition to the finance department by Friday."

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