Meaning of the word knowing in English

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knowing

US /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the state of being aware or informed.

Adjective

1.

showing or suggesting that one has knowledge or awareness that is secret or known to only a few people.

Example:
a knowing smile
2.

done in full awareness or consciousness.

Example:
a knowing breach of the order by the appellants
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