consult

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to look at a book, map, or website to find a specific fact.

v. to refer to a source of information for the purpose of ascertaining a fact.

日本語:参照する※

“He had to consult the map several times to find the small village.”

“The researchers had to consult the original archives to verify the dates mentioned in the historical biography.”

C1 · Advanced Formal

v. to work as a professional expert who gives advice to companies.

v. to provide professional or expert advice, typically as an external contractor rather than a full-time employee.

“After leaving her job at the bank, she began to consult for international tech firms.”

“He spent the final decade of his career consulting for various non-profit organisations on sustainable development strategies.”

C1 · Advanced Formal

v. to think about someone's feelings or interests before you act.

v. to have regard for or consider someone's interests, feelings, or convenience when making a decision.

“The manager failed to consult his team's wishes before changing the office hours.”

“In designing the new park, the architects were careful to consult the needs of the local elderly population.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Medicine American English

n. a meeting with a doctor to get medical advice.

n. a professional visit or appointment to seek advice, specifically in a medical context.

“The doctor charged fifty dollars for the initial consult at the clinic.”

“Following the initial consult, the specialist recommended a series of diagnostic tests to rule out any underlying neurological conditions.”