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take on


Definition: Meaning of, take on in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / teɪk ɒn /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
take on took on taken on
Present Participle Third Person Singular
taking on takes on
[transitive]
  1. to start to employ someone
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  2. take on something to develop a particular character or appearance
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  3. to accept some work or responsibility
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  4. to fight or compete against someone
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  5. take on or take upon to decide to do something without asking permission from anyone else
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