familiarize
[fuh-mil-yuh-rahyz]
verb (used with object), fa·mil·iar·ized, fa·mil·iar·iz·ing.
to make (onself or another) well-acquainted or conversant with something.
to make (something) well-known; bring into common knowledge or use.
Archaic. to make familiar; establish (a person) in friendly intimacy.
verb (used without object), fa·mil·iar·ized, fa·mil·iar·iz·ing.
Archaic. to associate in a familiar way.
Also especially British, fa·mil·iar·ise.
Origin of familiarize
Synonyms for familiarize
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Contemporary Examples of familiarize
Chen was hastily assigned a public defender who didn't have time to familiarize himself with Chen's case.
Historical Examples of familiarize
These are some of the devices by which Plato, like a modern novelist, seeks to familiarize the marvellous.
StatesmanPlato
A study of the figures will familiarize our readers with the principal forms.
Our Common InsectsAlpheus Spring Packard
Not only can they familiarize themselves with the past, they are able to keep up with the present.
The PianolistGustav Kobb
Can you familiarize me with the most direct course to a physician?
The Funny Side of PhysicA. D. Crabtre
It was to be a non-stop trip, mostly to familiarize Rick with the terrain.
The Golden SkullJohn Blaine
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