What does take out mean?
Take out means (Canada, US) (Of food) intended to be eaten off the premises from which it was bought..
Take out
/ˈteɪkaʊt/ · adjective
Meaning
(Canada, US) (Of food) intended to be eaten off the premises from which it was bought..
Definitions by Sense
- (Canada, US) (Of food) intended to be eaten off the premises from which it was bought.
- (Canada, US, Philippines) Food purchased from a takeaway.
- (curling) A stone that hits another stone, removing it from play, a takeout shot.
- (bridge) A double of an opponent's bid, intended to invite one's partner to compete in the auction, rather than to penalise one's opponents.
- (television) A detailed news segment.
Example Sentences
Takeouts on important running topics in the news are one way to add a valuable dimension to the evening news. One consequence, however, has been that there are fewer minutes available on the broadcast for hard news out of Washington.
Synonyms for take out
Antonyms for take out
Related Words
Word Forms
- take-out
- takeouts
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for take out?
Common synonyms include takeaway, carryout, to go, takeaways.
What is the opposite of take out?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use take out in a sentence?
Takeouts on important running topics in the news are one way to add a valuable dimension to the evening news. One consequence, however, has been that there are fewer minutes available on the broadcast for hard news out of Washington.
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