present participle of acquaint

acquaintanceship

Rape by someone known to the victim, such as date rape, marital rape, or rape by a teacher or supervisor.

plural of acquaintance rape

(idiomatic, usually followed by with) A casual or partial familiarity; a relationship which is not close or fully developed; an inexact understanding (of something).

To seek acquaintance (with somebody) without a formal introduction.

To contact old acquaintances after a period of no contact, in order to strengthen the relationship. / (sports) Compete for a subsequent time in another match.

plural of nodding acquaintance

A person whom one knows, often only minimally, having originally met them by chance, without prior arrangement.

(formal) To meet someone; to be introduced.