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\ ˈvərst 
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\Definition of versed
: having knowledge gained by close association, study, or experience
—usually + inan attorney well versed in corporate law [=an attorney who is knowledgeable about corporate law]At these points Dr Shepherd seemed very much the newcomer, not yet versed in the institution's codes …— Helen Garner… an eminent naturalist, a gentleman most completely versed in the knowledge of rocks and minerals …— Anthony TrollopeClive used to say that to be a successful moth hunter you need not be a specialist, but many specialists: a biologist, a botanist, a chemist, an ecologist, a meteorologist …—and well versed in Latin.— Poppy Adams
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versed
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of versed
: having knowledge about something
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versed
adjective\ ˈvərst \
Kids Definition of versed
: having knowledge or skill as a result of experience, study, or practice
He is versed in art.
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The first known use of versed was in 1563
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