Definition of seek

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seek    (sk) KEY 

VERB:
sought  (sôt) KEY , seek·ing, seeks
VERB:
tr.

1. To try to locate or discover; search for.
2. To endeavor to obtain or reach: seek a college education.
3. To go to or toward: Water seeks its own level.
4. To inquire for; request: seek directions from a police officer.
5. To try; endeavor: seek to do good.
6. Obsolete To explore.

VERB:
intr.

To make a search or investigation: Seek and you will find.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English sechen, seken, from Old English scan; see sg- in Indo-European roots