v.
1.show approval or appreciation of
2.grant credentials to
3.detect with the senses
4.express greetings upon meeting someone
5.express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
6.be fully aware or cognizant of
7.perceive to be the same
8.accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
Idiom of the Day
favorite son
a political candidate supported by his home area
We voted for the candidate because he is the favorite son of our state.