ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Taker

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈteɪkɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Taker is a noun meaning One who takes something.

Meaning

One who takes something.

More Meanings

  1. A person or thing that takes or receives, often more than he or she gives.
  2. One who is willing to participate in, or buy, something.
  3. (obsolete) A nipper or claw of a scorpion.

Example Sentences

She is known as quite a risk taker.
I'm selling handmade postcards—any takers?
The hostage taker decided to surrender to the police.
Are there any takers for helping me clean the garage this weekend?

Word Forms

Synonyms for taker

Depending on context, synonyms include appropriator.

Antonyms for taker

Common opposites include giver, returner, accorder, assigner, bestower, bequeather.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include donee, acceptor, licensor, licensee, customer, lessee.

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