Definition of takeaway
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: a conclusion to be made based on presented facts or information : a main point or key message to be learned or understood from something experienced or observed
The takeaway is clear: cats are a growing environmental concern because they are driving down some native bird populations …— Bruce Barcott One of the main takeaways stressed by the panelists was that social media is about conversation, not just dissemination.— Gabe Habash
2
: the first movement of the backswing in golf
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: an act or instance of taking possession of the ball or puck from an opposing team
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The first known use of takeaway was in 1921
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