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Definition obtain in British English

obtain

verb
/əbˈteɪn/

▪ dishonestly, fraudulently, illegally, unlawfully

1

to get something that you want or need, especially by going through a process that is difficult

Example

She has to obtain her parents' permission before she does anything.

Example

Long delays in obtaining passports and visas often occur.

Example

He was charged with obtaining property by deception.

Example

Details can be obtained from the Department for Education.

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2

if something such as a rule or condition obtains, it exists, is used, or is accepted

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Definition obtain in British English