English to English verb
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come into the possession of something concrete or abstract | Example:
• She got a lot of paintings from her uncle • They acquired a new pet • Get your results the next day • Get permission to take a few days off from work
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take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect | Example:
• His voice took on a sad tone • The story took a new turn • he adopted an air of superiority • She assumed strange manners • The gods assume human or animal form in these fables
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come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) | Example:
• He grew a beard • The patient developed abdominal pains • I got funny spots all over my body • Well-developed breasts
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locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar | source: wordnet30
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win something through one's efforts | Example:
• I acquired a passing knowledge of Chinese • Gain an understanding of international finance
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6 |
gain knowledge or skills | Example:
• She learned dancing from her sister • I learned Sanskrit • Children acquire language at an amazing rate
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gain through experience | Example:
• I acquired a strong aversion to television • Children must develop a sense of right and wrong • Dave developed leadership qualities in his new position • develop a passion for painting
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To gain, usually by one's own exertions; to get as one's own; as, to acquire a title, riches, knowledge, skill, good or bad habits. | source: webster1913
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