Requisition
/ˌrɛkwɪˈzɪʃən/noun
A formal request or demand for something, often for supplies or services.
Did you know?The term 'requisition' originated from a time when rulers claimed rights over resources, invoking a sense of authority and control that echoes through history.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
requisitio
“The act of seeking or demanding back.”
Old French
Old French
requisition
“A formal request or demand.”
16th Century
English
requisition
“The act of formally requesting goods or services, often in a military context.”
Modern English
English
requisition
“A formal demand, often used in legal or military contexts.”