acknowledger
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/əkˈnɑːlɪdʒər/
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/əkˈnɒlɪdʒə/
(acknowledge)
admit or recognize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acknowledge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'aknowen,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'knowen' meant 'to know.'
Historical Evolution
'aknowen' transformed into the modern English word 'acknowledge' through the influence of Old English and Norman French.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to recognize or admit the existence of something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who acknowledges or recognizes something.
The acknowledger of the error was praised for their honesty.
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Last updated: 2025/04/24 00:21