### Question
How does the law define acquire?


### Answer
Under *12 U.S.C. § 1823*, **acquire** is defined as:

> to acquire, directly or indirectly, ownership or control through—


(i) an acquisition of shares

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1823*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 16-FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION**

