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:
A take is a short piece of action which is filmed in one continuous process for a cinema or television film.
She couldn't get it right–she never knew the lines and we had to do several.
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.
A take is the reward or profit you get from doing something.
If help you with this task, I demand you give me part of your take.
A take is part of a performance which is recorded without a.
Derived forms: taking, took, taken, takes.
See also: take in, take off, take out, take up.
