known

known
known1 [ noun ] adjective only before noun **
1. ) used for describing something that people know about or have discovered:
a theory that fits the known facts
The documents were delivered to his last known address.
a disease with no known cure
He was a violent man and a known drug user.
Known pollutants had been tipped into the water.
2. ) famous:
known for: They were known for their artistic achievements.
nationally and internationally known TV personalities
be/become known as something: Diana Spencer, or Princess Di as she became known
known to be/to have done something
used for talking about things that people know are true or happened:
They are known to have spoken to the President about it.
She is known to be interested in pop music.
known
known 2
the past participle of know1

Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.

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