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Term: Acquaintance

Description:

An acquaintance refers to a person whom one knows but is not particularly close to. It is a relationship characterized by familiarity without a deep or intimate connection.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun: Social Relationship

   An acquaintance can be someone met casually or through social interactions, such as a colleague, neighbor, or a friend of a friend.

   Example Sentence: I met an interesting acquaintance at the party last night.

2. Noun: Familiarity

   Acquaintance can also refer to general knowledge or awareness about a particular subject or field.

   Example Sentence: His acquaintance with classical literature greatly influenced his writing.

3. Verb: To Make Known

   The verb form of acquaintance entails introducing or making someone aware of something or someone.

   Example Sentence: I will acquaint you with the new software during our meeting.

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