Latin word cognosco comes from Latin nosco, Latin con-
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| nosco | Latin (lat) | I know, recognize, am acquainted with, i.e.; in possession of knowledge. |
| con- | Latin (lat) | Used in compounds to indicate a being or bringing together of several objects. Used in compounds to indicate the completeness, perfecting of any act, and thus gives intensity to the signification of the simple word. |
| cognosco | Latin (lat) | (in perfect tense) I know. I learn, I am acquainted (with), I recognize. |