A formal request for something, including a formal demand for the surrender of a fugitive, a notarial demand for debt repayment, a demand for supplies from an invaded country, or a formal application for things needed in the public service.

That which is required by authority; especially, a quota of supplies or necessaries.

A call; an invitation; a summons.

(transitive) To demand something, especially for a military need of staff, supplies, or transport.