Adjective

(en adjective)

Pertaining or conforming to the mode of expression characteristic of a language.

Resembling or characteristic of an idiom.

Using many idioms.

(music) Parts or pieces which are written both within the natural physical limitations of the instrument and human body and, less so or less often, the styles of playing used on specific instruments.

Adjective

(en adjective)

Known to one.

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Acquainted.

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Intimate or friendly.

* Shakespeare

Be thou familiar , but by no means vulgar.

Inappropriately intimate or friendly.

(Camden)

Of or pertaining to a family; familial.

* Byron

familiar feuds