To put a question to: When we realized that we didn't know the answer, we asked the teacher.
To seek an answer to: ask a question.
To seek information about: asked directions.
To make a request of: asked me for a loan.
To make a request for. Often used with an infinitive or clause: ask a favor of a friend; asked to go along on the trip; asked that he be allowed to stay out late.
To require or call for as a price or condition: asked ten dollars for the book.
To expect or demand: ask too much of a child.
To invite: asked them to dinner.
Archaic To publish, as marriage banns.
To make inquiry; seek information.
To make a request: asked for help.
it Informal To persist in an action despite the likelihood that it will result in difficulty or punishment.
ask out To invite (someone) to a social engagement.