Acquisitions
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃənz/
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Idiom
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Definitions
1
The act of obtaining or gaining possession of something.
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃənz/
nounneutralIntermediate
General
The act of acquiring something.
The acquisitions of new companies will help us expand our market share.
💡 Simply: Getting something new.
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2
Her acquisitions at the auction were impressive.
How It's Used
Business
"The company announced its latest acquisitions in the technology sector."
Art
"The museum's recent acquisitions include several significant paintings."
Idioms & expressions
make an acquisition
To buy or obtain a company or asset.
"The corporation plans to make several acquisitions this year."
From Middle French acquisition, from Latin acquisitio(n-), from acquirere 'to acquire'.
The word has been used in similar contexts for centuries, largely in legal and business settings.
Memory tip
Think of 'acquiring' something – getting it into your possession.
Practice
Base: acquire
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