familiar

//fəˈmɪl.i.ər//
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Adjective

more familiarComparative
most familiarSuperlative
1

Well known from long or close association; easily recognized.

The street looked familiar, but I couldn't remember when I had been there before.

2

Having a good knowledge of something; well acquainted with.

She is familiar with the local customs.

3

Informal or friendly in manner; overly casual or presumptuous.

I don't like his familiar manner with my parents.

Noun

1

A close friend or associate.

He was one of the king's most trusted familiars.

2

A spirit or demon believed to attend and serve a witch.

The witch summoned her familiar to help cast the spell.

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