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Acquaintance

Definition:

An acquaintance is a person whom one knows, but not intimately or deeply. It refers to someone you are familiar with but have not developed a close friendship or relationship with.

Senses:

1. Noun Sense:

A person known to someone, without deep or close ties.

Example Sentence: I bumped into an old acquaintance from high school at the grocery store.

2. Noun Sense:

Familiarity or knowledge about a particular subject or field.

Example Sentence: As a professor of history, he has a deep acquaintance with ancient civilizations.

3. Noun Sense:

A slight knowledge or experience in a specified area.

Example Sentence: His acquaintance with cooking is limited to basic recipes.

4. Noun Sense:

The state of being acquainted or familiar with someone or something.

Example Sentence: The two actors have been in close acquaintance since they starred in the same film.

5. Verb Sense:

To free someone from a criminal charge by a verdict of not guilty.

Example Sentence: The defense attorney managed to acquit the defendant of all charges.

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