intake

in·take

noun \ˈin-ˌtāk\

Definition of INTAKE

1

: an opening through which fluid enters an enclosure

2

a : a taking in b (1) : the amount taken in (2) : something (as energy) taken in : input

Examples of INTAKE

1. You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars.
2. a larger intake of fluids
3. the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins
4. a sudden intake of breath

First Known Use of INTAKE

15th century

Related to INTAKE

Synonyms: input

Antonyms: output, outturn, production, throughput

Related Words: accretion, accrual, addendum, addition, augmentation, gain, increment, supplement

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Rhymes with INTAKE

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