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acquaint
[ uh-kweynt ]
verb (used with object)
- to make more or less familiar, aware, or conversant (usually followed by with ):
to acquaint the mayor with our plan.
- to furnish with knowledge; inform (usually followed by with ):
to acquaint the manager with one's findings.
- to bring into social contact; introduce (usually followed by with ):
She acquainted her roommate with my cousin.
acquaint
/ əˈɱɪԳ /
verb
- foll bywith or of to make (a person) familiar or conversant (with); inform (of)
- foll by with to introduce (to); bring into contact (with)
Other 51Թ Forms
- a·ܲԳ verb (used with object)
- a·ܲԳ verb (used with object)
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of acquaint1
Example Sentences
Local media have reported that the historian is acquainted with several figures associated with organised crime and biker gangs in Poland.
Tuchel also soon became acquainted with one of Wembley's more recent traditions, the paper aeroplanes that fly during periods of inactivity.
When you were first getting acquainted with Asco’s legacy, what was going on in your life as a filmmaker?
"Let's not get ahead of ourselves," he said, adding Moscow was "acquainting itself" with the joint statement issued in Jeddah.
Once you’ve acquainted yourself with this technique, all the joys of boiled eggs will be at your disposal.
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When To Use
What is another way to say acquaint?
To acquaint two or more people is to bring them into social contact. How is acquaint different from introduce? Find out on .
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