kənˈsʌlt v. 1 tr.
seek information or
advice from (a
person,
book,
watch, etc.). 2 intr. (often foll. by with)
refer to a person
for advice, an
opinion, etc. 3 tr. seek
permission or
approval from (a person) for a proposed
action. 4 tr.
take into account;
consider (feelings, interests, etc.). øøconsultative adj. [F consulter f. L consultare
frequent. of consulere consulttake counsel]