Obtain Obtained əbˈteɪn Verb Information/Data/Results Permission Publish Material

• to obtain information/data/results
• i've been trying to obtain permission to publish this material.
• i finally managed to obtain a copy of the report.
• further details can be obtained by writing to the above address.

obtain

Verb Forms

1. to get something, especially by making an effort
• to obtain information/data/results
• I've been trying to obtain permission to publish this material.
• I finally managed to obtain a copy of the report.
• Further details can be obtained by writing to the above address.
• To obtain the overall score, add up the totals in each column.

Extra Examples

• It is necessary to obtain the patients' consent.
• Financial information was difficult to obtain.
• Such information is easily obtained from the internet.
• The company claims to have obtained its database of names by legitimate means.
• The local authority may assist you to obtain alternative accommodation.
• Soil preparation is critical for obtaining good results.
• Data were obtained from 170 students who enrolled in the course.
• He has close links to drug corporations, according to documents obtained by The Observer.
• The investor sought and obtained planning permission.
• Financing was obtained through a local lender.
• She pretended to be ill in order to obtain hospital treatment.
2. to exist
• SYNONYM apply
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• These conditions no longer obtain.

Word Origin

• late Middle English: from Old French obtenir, from Latin obtinere ‘obtain, gain’.