recognizing
verb (present participle)UK /ˈrek.əɡ.naɪ.zɪŋ/
US /ˈrek.əɡ.naɪ.zɪŋ/
Seeing someone or something and knowing who or what it is.
She is recognizing her old friend from across the street.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Accepting that something is true or important.
The teacher is recognizing the hard work of her students.
3. Showing that you appreciate or thank someone.
The city is recognizing the firefighters for their bravery.
4. Noticing something you did not see before.
He is recognizing a pattern in the numbers.