What is the meaning of acquaint?

verb

  • Cause to come to know personally.
    • usage: "permit me to acquaint you with my son"; "introduce the new neighbors to the community"
  • Make familiar or conversant with.
    • usage: "you should acquaint yourself with your new computer"; "We familiarized ourselves with the new surroundings"
  • Inform.
    • usage: "Please acquaint your colleagues of your plans to move"
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