Acquisition (noun)

1. The act of acquiring or obtaining ownership of a thing or property.
2. The thing or property that is acquired or obtained.
3. The act of gaining knowledge or skill in a particular field.

Origin:

The word 'acquisition' originated from the latin word 'acquisitio' which means 'the act of acquiring or gaining something.'.

Examples:

1. The acquisition of the company was a major business deal.
2. The acquisition of the painting was a great addition to the museum's collection.
3. The acquisition of a new language is a difficult but rewarding process.
4. The acquisition of the latest technology has improved the efficiency of the company.
5. The acquisition of the property was completed last month.