Take ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Take ( verb )

1. To grasp or grip with the hand, fingers, or teeth.
2. To pick up or remove.
3. To hold or support.
4. To get into one's possession or control.
5. To remove or extract something.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english tæcan; akin to old high german zeihhan to pull, latin ducere to lead.

Examples:

1. She took the pen and started writing.
2. Can you take the trash out?
3. I need to take a break.
4. He took the opportunity to ask her out.
5. She took the book from the shelf.

(As a noun)

Take ( noun )

1. To grasp or grip with the hand, fingers, or teeth.
2. To pick up or remove.
3. To hold or support.
4. To get into one's possession or control.
5. To remove or extract something.

Origin:

Middle english, from old english tæcan; akin to old high german zeihhan to pull, latin ducere to lead.

Examples:

1. She took the pen and started writing.
2. Can you take the trash out?
3. I need to take a break.
4. He took the opportunity to ask her out.
5. She took the book from the shelf.