Definition of Acquisition
Acquisition
ac·qui·si·tion


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The act of acquiring or gaining something, especially by effort or investment.

e.g. The company's latest acquisition has expanded its market share significantly.

(noun)
something that is obtained or acquired; an addition;

e.g. There is a lot of excitement about the MET's new acquisitions that will be displayed very soon!

(noun)
the process of gaining knowledge or learning a new skill;

e.g. Going to school instead of being home-schooled can help with the acquisition of early social skills.



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