Versed , a. [L. versus turned, p. p. vertere. See 1st Versed.]
(Math.) Turned.
Versed sine. See under Sine, and Illust. of Functions.
Versed (?), a. [Cf. F. versé, L. versatus, p. p. of versari to turn about
frequently, to turn over, to
be engaged in a thing, passive of versare. See Versant, a.]
Acquainted or familiar, as the result of
experience, study, practice, etc.; skilled; practiced.
Deep versed in books and shallow in himself.
Milton.
Opinions . . . derived from studying
the Scriptures, wherein he was versed beyond any person of
his age.
Southey. These men were versed in the details of business.
Macaulay.