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acquaintances

The correct spelling is acquaintances.

How to pronounce acquaintances

noun

Say it like: Akw-ayn-tan-ses

The correct spelling is acquaintances. A state of being acquainted with a person; originally indicating friendship, intimacy, but now suggesting a slight knowledge less deep than that of friendship; acquaintanceship. For example: "I know of the man; but have no acquaintance with him."

Usage Examples

I know of the man; but have no acquaintance with him.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A state of being acquainted with a person; originally indicating friendship, intimacy, but now suggesting a slight knowledge less deep than that of friendship; acquaintanceship.
  2. 2.A person or persons with whom one is acquainted.
  3. 3.Such people collectively; one's circle of acquaintances (with plural concord).
  4. 4.Personal knowledge (with a specific subject etc.).

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