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beknow

Beknow (verb) means to know about; have knowledge of; recognise; understand; be aware (of); be knowledgeable about.

verb
1
To know about; have knowledge of; recognise; understand; be aware (of); be knowledgeable about.
2
To acknowledge; own; confess.
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Etymology

From Middle English beknowen, biknowen, from Old English becnāwan (“to know, know about”), equivalent to be- + know. Cognate with Old High German bichnāan (“to recognise, see”).

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What is the meaning of beknow?

"beknow" (verb) means to know about; have knowledge of; recognise; understand; be aware (of); be knowledgeable about.

What are the different meanings of beknow?

"beknow" has 2 main meanings: 1. To know about; have knowledge of; recognise; understand; be aware (of); be knowledgeable about; 2. To acknowledge; own; confess.

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