- 2. Comprise, embrace, comprehend, include.
- 3. Comprehend, understand.
- 4. Lessen, contract, make smaller.
Take-in, n. (Colloq.) Fraud, deception, imposture, cheat.
Taking, a.
- 1. Pleasing, alluring, captivating, attractive.
- 2. Infectious, catching.
Taking, n.
- 1. Seizing, seizure, apprehension.
- 2. Agitation, excitement, distress.
- 3. Vexation, anger, pique.
Take in good part. Receive kindly, not be angry about, not be offended at.
Take in hand.
- 1. Undertake, engage in, set the hand to.
- 2. Deal with (in the way of correction or discipline).
Take in sail. (Naut.) Shorten sail, reduce sail.
Take into account. Consider, remember.
Take into custody. Arrest, take up, take prisoner.
Take in tow. Tow, draw, drag, haul, pull.
Take it. Think, suppose, presume, believe, imagine, conclude.
Take it ill. Be offended, be displeased, take exception.
Take leave. Bid adieu, bid farewell, take one’s departure.
Take notice. Observe, remark, pay attention.
Take oath. Swear solemnly.