takeaway

noun

take·​away ˈtāk-ə-ˌwā How to pronounce takeaway (audio)
1
: 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
3
chiefly British : takeout
4
: an act or instance of taking possession of the ball or puck from an opposing team
takeaway adjective

Examples of takeaway in a Sentence

We ordered some Chinese takeaway. She works in a Chinese takeaway. He leads the league in takeaways.
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The 5 main takeaways All AI technologies used in the district, whether a commercial product or created by CMS, must first be reviewed by a new AI Review Committee. Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 26 Sep. 2025 Eight takeaways and deals from a classic Rebordinos edition. John Hopewell, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 From the internet’s reaction to a white Young Thug to a surprising feature spot for YFN Lucci, here are five takeaways from Young Thug’s latest album, Uy Scuti. Rolling Stone, 26 Sep. 2025 Jags’ ground-first offense has been solid, and the defense is hugely improved and has generated an NFL-high nine takeaways. Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for takeaway

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Time Traveler
The first known use of takeaway was in 1921

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“Takeaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/takeaway. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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takeaway

noun
take·​away ˈtā-kə-ˌwā How to pronounce takeaway (audio)
1
chiefly British : takeout sense 3
2
: an act or instance of taking possession of the ball or puck from an opposing team

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