Takeover ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Takeover ( noun )

1. The act or an instance of taking control of a company or organization, typically by acquiring a controlling interest in its shares.
2. The process of assuming control of a company or organization.
3. A situation in which a company or organization is taken over by another company or group.

Origin:

Mid-20th century: from take over.

Examples:

1. The company is currently in the process of a takeover by a larger corporation.
2. The takeover of the company was completed last month.
3. The hostile takeover caused many employees to lose their jobs.
4. The company's management was opposed to the takeover bid.
5. The takeover was a major event in the business world.

(As a verb)

Takeover ( verb )

1. The act or an instance of taking control of a company or organization, typically by acquiring a controlling interest in its shares.
2. The process of assuming control of a company or organization.
3. A situation in which a company or organization is taken over by another company or group.

Origin:

Mid-20th century: from take over.

Examples:

1. The company is currently in the process of a takeover by a larger corporation.
2. The takeover of the company was completed last month.
3. The hostile takeover caused many employees to lose their jobs.
4. The company's management was opposed to the takeover bid.
5. The takeover was a major event in the business world.