Definition of "Quest" :

noun: the act of searching for something

"A quest for diamonds."

noun: a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

"A quest for wealth."

verb: express the need or desire for

"She requested an extra bed in her room."

verb: seek alms, as for religious purposes

verb: bark with prolonged noises, of dogs

verb: search the trail of (game)

"The dog went off and quested."

verb: make a search (for)

"Things that die with their eyes open and questing."