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Meaning of the word acquire in English

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acquire

US /əˈkwaɪɚ/
UK /əˈkwaɪər/
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Verb

1.

buy or obtain (an asset or object) for oneself

Example:
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The company decided to acquire a smaller competitor.
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She managed to acquire all the necessary permits.
Synonym:
obtain get gain procure secure
2.

learn or develop (a skill, habit, or quality)

Example:
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Children acquire language very quickly.
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He acquired a taste for classical music.
Synonym:
learn develop master grasp pick up
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acquired an acquired taste acquire a taste for