acquire

/əˈkwaɪɚ/

UK: /əˈkwaɪə/

acquire

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Definition

To get.

Etymology

From Middle English acqueren, from Old French aquerre, from Latin acquirō; ad- + quaerō (“to seek for”). See quest.

Example Sentences

  • "to acquire a skill"
  • "to acquire decent habits and manners"
  • "He acquired a title."
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