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savvy

1 of 3verb
/ˈsæ.vi/
Forms:savvies,savvying,savvied,savvied
1

to understand something

transitive
  • The experienced negotiator quickly savvied the subtle cues in the conversation.
  • After studying the manual, she savvied how to operate the complex machinery.
  • The mechanic savvied the engine troubles by listening to the distinct sounds it made.
  • Language learners gradually savvy the nuances of idiomatic expressions.
  • As you gain more experience, you'll savvy the dynamics of the industry.