Meaning Of Familiar

a.

Of or pertaining to a family; domestic.
a.

Closely acquainted or intimate, as a friend or companion; well versed in, as any subject of study; as, familiar with the Scriptures.
a.

Characterized by, or exhibiting, the manner of an intimate friend; not formal; unconstrained; easy; accessible.
a.

Well known; well understood; common; frequent; as, a familiar illustration.
a.

Improperly acquainted; wrongly intimate.
n.

An intimate; a companion.
n.

An attendant demon or evil spirit.
n.

A confidential officer employed in the service of the tribunal, especially in apprehending and imprisoning the accused.