acknowledging

noun

(archaic) The act of acknowledging something.

adjective

That acknowledges, in various sense; (especially) that notices or recognises someone or something.

(obsolete, specifically) Expressing esteem or gratitude.

Roots

cnawanknow- · Old English · know

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The word acknowledging breaks down into one root of Old English origin: the root know-, from Old English cnawan (“know”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.