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Definition familiarity in American English

familiarity noun

noun
/fəˌmɪlɪˈerəti/
1

knowledge of something because you have learned about it or experienced it before

Example

Applicants should demonstrate a familiarity with housing law.

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2

informal or friendly behavior toward someone you do not know very well, especially when it makes them feel that you do not respect them

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3

the fact that something is well known to you or easily recognized by you

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Definition familiarity in American English