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Definition of obtainment

obtainment

/əbˈteɪnmənt/
ob · tain · ment
Plural:obtainments
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Adjective:obtainable
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1

The act or process of acquiring, securing, or gaining possession of something, especially through effort or formal request.

Example

"The timely obtainment of a building permit is essential before any construction work can begin."

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• Rhymes for obtainment

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the verb 'obtain' (from Latin 'obtinere', meaning to hold or gain) combined with the suffix '-ment'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Obtainment. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/obtainment
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