Takes — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Takes
Takes (verb)
- to get into one's hands or into one's possession, power, or control
- to seize or capture physically
- to get possession of (fish or game) by killing or capturing
Takes (noun)
- a distinct or personal point of view, outlook, or assessment; also, a distinct treatment or variation
- an act or the action of taking
- the uninterrupted photographing or televising of a scene
- the skills and personality needed
- a cutting tool that consists of a heavy edged head fixed to a handle with the edge parallel to the handle and that is used especially for felling trees and chopping and splitting wood
- a hammer with a sharp edge for dressing or spalling stone
- removal from office or release from employment, dismissal —usually used with the
- either of two flaps on a horse's bridle to keep it from seeing objects at its sides —usually used in plural—often used figuratively —often used in phrases like put/keep/have blinders on and take one's blinders off
- something (such as an athletic play) that is dazzlingly excellent or remarkable
- a flag marked by alternating black and white squares that is waved at the finish line to signal the end of a race
Takes (phrase)
- to have the skills and personality
- —used to say that someone has the feeling of wanting to do something
- —used to say that the winner of a round will win the whole contest
Takes (adjective)
- emitting or having a limited or insufficient amount of light
- dull, lusterless
- lacking pronounced, clear-cut, or vigorous quality or character
Takes (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms
"take my hand, or we'll get separated in this crowd"
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to agree to receive whether willingly or reluctantly
"will you take that call?"
"took a cut in pay"
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to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
"if you don't cover your head in this weather, you'll take cold and be stuck inside all weekend"
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to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
"you can take the white side this time, since I got to be white for our last chess game"
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to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
"I'll take two cheeseburgers to go, please"
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to have as a requirement
"it will take a lot of courage to stand up for what is right"
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to make or have room for
"I think we can take two more in this elevator"
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to produce a desired effect
"it will be a few hours before this medication takes"
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to put up with (something painful or difficult)
"I can't take anymore of your whining about your former boyfriend"
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to regard as right or true
"I think we can take his word for it"
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to achieve a victory over
"I know we can take that team"
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to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
"let's take each problem separately"
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to offer entrance (as to a place, school, or privilege) to
"the school takes only a small percentage of the thousands of applicants"
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to deprive of life
"I never thought heart disease would take such an athletic and health-conscious person"
Takes (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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action or behavior that is done in return to other action or behavior
"what's your take on the announcement that the senior vice president is taking an early retirement?"
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the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
"who will win the poker tournament and collect the whole take?"
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something belonging to, due to, or contributed by an individual member of a group
"because there were so many winners of the jackpot, each person's take will be smaller than expected"
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a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)
"despite its contemporary setting, this take on King Lear isn't particularly novel or insightful"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Takes
The most common words with a similar meaning to Takes:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Takes
Words with the opposite meaning of Takes:
Near Antonyms of Takes
Word Forms of Takes
Inflections: took, taken, taking, axes, blinders, checkered flags, dimmer, dimmest
Derived words: taker (noun), dimly (adverb), dimmable (adjective), dimness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Takes
Middle English, from Old English tacan, from Old Norse taka; akin to Middle Dutch taken to take
First known use: before 12th centuryt
Words & Phrases Containing Takes
Frequently Asked Questions about Takes
What does "Takes" mean?
"Takes" means to get into one's hands or into one's possession, power, or control. As an a verb, a noun, a phrase and an adjective, it is defined as: to get into one's hands or into one's possession, power, or control. It has 18 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Takes"?
Other words for "Takes" include clasps, grasps, grips, holds, accepts, has, catches and comes down (with). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Takes" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Takes"?
There are 409 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Takes". Common alternatives include clasps, grasps, grips, holds, accepts, has, catches, comes down (with), contracts and gets.
What is the opposite of "Takes"?
Antonyms of "Takes" include declines, denies, disallows, disapproves, negatives, refuses, rejects and spurns. Near antonyms include discharges, drops, frees and liberates.
How do you use "Takes" in a sentence?
Examples of "Takes" in a sentence: "take my hand, or we'll get separated in this crowd"; "will you take that call?"; "took a cut in pay".
Is "Takes" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Takes" can be used as a verb, a noun, a phrase and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Takes"?
"Takes" is pronounced /ˈtāk/ as a verb, /ˈaks/ as a noun, /ˈblīn-dər/ as a noun and /ˈdim/ as an adjective.
What is the origin of the word "Takes"?
"Takes" comes from Middle English, from Old English tacan, from Old Norse taka; akin to Middle Dutch taken to take. First known use: before 12th centuryt.