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apprise
To make (someone or oneself) aware of some information; to inform, to notify.
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He led the way to the adjoining cell, which, as the reader is apprised, was occupied by Gurth the swine-herd.— […]
But when it is considered, that by a reciprocal understanding, the Pilot fish seem to act as scouts to the shark, warning him of danger, and apprising him of the vicinity of prey; and moreover, in case of his being killed, evincing their anguish by certain agitations, otherwise inexplicable; the whole thing becomes a mystery unfathomable.
In compliance with the standing order of his commander—to report immediately, and at any one of the twenty-four hours, any decided change in the affairs of the deck,—Starbuck had no sooner trimmed the yards to the breeze—however reluctantly and gloomily,—than he mechanically went below to apprise Captain Ahab of the circumstance.
(rare) To formally impart (information) to someone; to advise, to notify.
To determine the value or worth of (something).
📑 Synonyms:
appraise
(Scots law) To put a price on (something) for the purpose of sale; to appraise.
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