/ rɪˈkwaɪə(r); NAmE / verb (not usually used in the progressive tenses) ( formal )
1.
to need sth; to depend on sb/sth :
[ vn ]
These pets require a lot of care and attention.
This condition requires urgent treatment.
Do you require anything else? (= in a shop / store, for example)
[ vn to inf ]
True marriage requires us to show trust and loyalty.
[ v that ]
The situation required that he be present.
( BrE also)
The situation required that he should be present.
[ v -ing ]
Lentils do not require soaking before cooking.
2.
[ often passive ] require sth (of sb) to make sb do or have sth, especially because it is necessary according to a particular law or set of rules :
[ vn ]
What exactly is required of a receptionist (= what are they expected to do) ?
The wearing of seat belts is required by law.
'Hamlet' is required reading (= must be read) for this course.
Several students failed to reach the required standard.
[ vn to inf ]
All candidates will be required to take a short test.
[also v that ] ➡ note at demand
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : from Old French requere , from Latin requirere , from re- (expressing intensive force) + quaerere seek.