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Meaning of taken up

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

taken

Pronunciation:/ˈteɪkən//ˈteɪkən/

verb

Definitions

  1. To get into one's hands, possession or control, with or without force.

    Example: I'll take that plate off the table.

  2. To receive or accept (something) (especially something given or bestowed, awarded, etc).

    Example: The camera takes 35mm film.

  3. To remove.

    Example: take two eggs from the carton

  4. To have sex with.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Infatuated; fond of or attracted to.

    Example: He was very taken with the girl, I hear.

  2. In a serious romantic relationship.

    Example: I can't ask her out, she's taken.