Acquisition Meaning
/ˌæk.wɪˈzɪʃ.ən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act or process of acquiring.
nounThe thing acquired or gained; a gain.
Sentence Examples
Matt is a powerful acquisition for our team.
Jack is a powerful acquisition for our team.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum's latest ____ is a rare painting from the Renaissance period.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The museum announced the ____ of a rare diamond from India.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English, borrowed from Old French acquisicion, from Latin acquisītiō, from acquīrō, acquīrere; equivalent to acquire + -ition.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum's latest ____ is a rare painting from the Renaissance period.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The museum announced the ____ of a rare diamond from India.