intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: an opening through which fluid enters an enclosure

2

a

: a taking in

b(1)

: the amount taken in

(2)

: something (such as energy) taken in : input

Synonyms

• input

Examples of intake in a Sentence

You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars.

a larger intake of fluids

the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins

a sudden intake of breath

Recent Examples on the Web

What the researchers found was that a lower intake of omega-3 fatty acids was associated with more myopia and a longer axial length. —Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2025

Aim for a daily intake of under 2,300 mg, ideally below 1,500 mg. —Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 2 Oct. 2025

With this procedure, a silicone device is surgically placed around a portion of the stomach to restrict food intake. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025

Consistent daily intake, paired with regular resistance and aerobic training, is essential for seeing long-term benefits. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 1 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing intake

• intake manifold

Rhymes for intake

• awake
• backache
• beefsteak
• betake
• cheesecake
• cupcake
• daybreak
• earthquake
• eastlake
• forsake
• handshake
• headache

Kids Definition

intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: a place where liquid or air is taken into something (as a pump)

2

: the act of taking in

an intake of breath

3

: something taken in

inadequate food intake

Medical Definition

intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: the act or process of taking in

intake and exhalation of gases

2

: the amount taken in

reduce fluid intake to four cups daily

—D. R. Zimmerman