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recognises

/ˈrekəɡnaɪzɪz/ /ˈrekəɡnaɪzɪs/

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To match (something or someone which one currently perceives) to a memory of some previous encounter with the same person or thing.

Examples :

"I recognised his face immediately."

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To acknowledge the existence or legality of; to treat as valid or worthy of consideration.

Examples :

"The US and a number of EU countries are expected to recognize Kosovo on Monday."

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(or with clause) To acknowledge or consider (as being a certain thing or having a certain quality or property).

Examples :

"I recognize that my behaviour has been unacceptable."

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To realize or discover the nature of something; apprehend quality in.

Examples :

"The teacher recognises talent in her students even when they don't see it themselves. "

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To show formal appreciation of, as with an award, commendation etc.

Examples :

"His services were recognized in a testimonial."

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To review; to examine again.

Examples :

"The manager recognises the contract before signing it to ensure all the details are correct. "

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To reconnoiter.

Examples :

"The drone recognises the area before the rescue team moves in. "

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To have the property to bind to specific antigens.

Examples :

"The antibody recognises and binds to the virus, helping the body fight the infection. "

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