take Take is one of the commonest verbs in English.
It is used in many different ways.
Its other forms are takes, taking, took, taken.
if something takes a particular amount of time, that time is needed in order to finish it:
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Grammar to be used with (a certain form, accent, case, mood, etc.): a verb that always takes an object.
Law to acquire property, as on the happening of an event: They take a fortune under.
The word "takes" can be used as a verb that refers to the act of accepting, receiving, or acquiring something.
It can also mean to grasp, realize, or comprehend a concept or idea.
Derived forms: taking, took, taken, takes.
See also: take in, take off, take out, take up.
