obtain
/əbˈteɪn/
obtain
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- 1.
To get or acquire something.
"You need to obtain a visa to travel to that country."
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I need to obtain a new passport.
I need to obtain a new passport.
She was able to obtain the information she needed.
She was able to obtain the information she needed.
Students must obtain permission before conducting research.
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Frequently asked about obtain
How do you pronounce obtain?
obtain is pronounced [/əbˈteɪn/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does obtain mean?
obtain means "obtain". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is obtain?
obtain is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with obtain?
Example: "I need to obtain a new passport." — used to mean "obtain".
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