Acquaintance
01
지인, 관계
a person whom one knows but is not a close friend
예시들
She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries.
그녀는 식료품점에서 오랜 지인을 마주치고 인사말을 나누었다.
Though they were only acquaintances, he always greeted her warmly whenever they crossed paths.
그들은 단지 아는 사이였지만, 그들이 마주칠 때마다 그는 항상 그녀를 따뜻하게 인사했다.
02
familiarity or knowledge gained about someone or something through experience or exposure
예시들
She has a broad acquaintance with classical literature.
His acquaintance with modern art is limited.
03
a social relationship that is less intimate than a friendship
예시들
Their connection is merely an acquaintance, not a deep friendship.
They maintained casual acquaintances through mutual friends.
어휘 나무
acquaintanceship
acquaintance
acquaint
