au fait Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite being up to particular standard or level especially in being up to date in knowledge
    up on; au courant; abreast.
    • kept abreast of the latest developments
    • constant revision keeps the book au courant
    • always au fait on the latest events
    • up on the news

WordNet


Au` fait"
Etymology
F. Lit., to the deed, act, or point. Fait is fr. L. factum. See Fact.
Definitions
  1. Expert; skillful; well instructed.

Webster 1913