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What does acknowledge mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word acknowledge? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (transitive) To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in
  2. To own or recognize in a particular quality, character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.
  3. To be grateful of (e.g. a benefit or an favour)
  4. To notify receipt, as of a letter.
  5. To own as genuine or valid; to assent to (a legal instrument) to give it validity; to avow or admit in legal form.
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We speak the same language, understand the same cultural codes and implicitly acknowledge the validity of this type of academic product.
Generally horse riders acknowledge their appreciation by raising their hands and smiling although there are the exceptions.
We would like to acknowledge our appreciation to Siobhan and her partner Liam for their kindness and hard work.
Until recently, it was assumed that women rarely sexually abused children, but studies now acknowledge the existence of female perpetrators.
It is not that they were unwilling to acknowledge the written word as a legitimate source of learning and wisdom.
Singh said before his kidnapping that he does not acknowledge the legitimacy of the court ruling.

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