Middle voice prolonged from πύθω {puthō} a primary {word} (which occurs only as an alternate in certain tenses); to {question} that {is} ascertain by inquiry (as a matter of information merely; and thus differing from {G2065} which properly means a request as a favor; and from {G154} which is strictly a demand of something due; as well as from {G2212} which implies a search for something hidden; and from {G1189} which involves the idea of urgent need); by implication to learn (by casual intelligence): - {ask} {demand} {enquire} understand.
Act 21:33Then the chief captain came near, and took him, and commanded him to be bound with two chains; and demandedG4441 who he was, and what he had done.
Act 23:20And he said, The Jews have agreed to desire thee that thou wouldest bring down Paul to morrow into the council, as though they would enquireG4441 somewhat of him more perfectly.