Definition

To make someone or something familiar with something, often by providing information or experience.

Example

The teacher will familiarise the students with the new software before the project starts.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you had a chance to familiarise yourself with the new software?

Not yet, but I've heard it's pretty user-friendly.

That's good to know! I think I need to familiarise myself with it before the meeting.

Definitely! It’ll help you feel more confident when you present.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Familiarise → It is formed from "familiaris" (from Latin, meaning belonging to a family or household) and the suffix "-ise" (meaning to make or to become). The word "familiarise" means to make something familiar or to become acquainted with it.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'belonging to a family' ('familiaris') — that's why familiarise means to make something familiar.

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