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Definition acquaintance in British English

acquaintance noun

noun
/əˈkweɪntəns/
1

someone you know a little, who is not a close friend

Example

He recognized Mr Hunter as an old business acquaintance from his years in banking.

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Example

the only writer of my acquaintance

Example

I'm afraid I have only a passing acquaintance with Baroque music.

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Definition acquaintance in British English