acquirement

[ uh-kwahyuhr-muhnt ]
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noun
  1. the act of acquiring, especially the gaining of knowledge or mental attributes.

  2. Often acquirements. something that is acquired, especially an acquired ability or attainment.

Origin of acquirement

1
First recorded in 1620–30; acquire + -ment

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