acquisition

UK
/ˌakwɪˈzɪʃən/
US
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/

Translations

acquisitionnoun
acquisitions
pl
UK
/ˌakwɪˈzɪʃən/
US
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/
The acquisition of the smaller firm allowed the corporation to expand its market share.
L’acquisition de la petite entreprise a permis à la société d’augmenter sa part de marché.
Additional translations
acquisitionObjet, bien ou chose obtenu(e).
acquisitionEn parlant de l’apprentissage d’une compétence, d’une habitude ou d’une langue.
acquisitionadjective
more acquisition
Comp.
most acquisition
Super.
UK
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/
US
/ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/
Used attributively in noun phrases such as "acquisition cost" or "acquisition strategy".
d’acquisitionEmploi relationnel, surtout en contexte commercial ou financier.
The firm hired an advisor to craft its acquisition strategy.
L’entreprise a engagé un conseiller pour élaborer sa stratégie d’acquisition.

Definitions

acquisitionnoun
The act of acquiring or gaining possession, especially the purchase of one company by another.
The acquisition of the smaller firm allowed the corporation to expand its market share.
Something that has been obtained or gained, especially a tangible object.
Her latest acquisition was a first-edition copy of "Pride and Prejudice."
The process of developing a new skill, habit, or quality.
Language acquisition is a critical part of a child's development.
acquisitionadjective
Relating to, intended for, or involved in acquiring or purchases, especially of companies, assets, or data.
The firm hired an advisor to craft its acquisition strategy.