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Meaning of take to

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

take to

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To adapt to; to learn, grasp or master.

    Example: Although he had never skated before, he took to it quickly, and soon glided around the ice with ease.

  2. To enter; to go into or move towards.

    Example: As the train rushed through, thousands of birds took to the air at once.

  3. To begin, as a new habit or practice.

    Example: After the third one was rejected, she took to asking the department to check the form before she submitted it.

  4. (of persons) To be attracted to.