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taker

|tak/er|

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/ˈteɪkər/

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/ˈteɪkə/

(take)

grasp or accept

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'taker' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'tacan,' where 'tacan' meant 'to take.'

Historical Evolution

'tacan' transformed into the Middle English word 'taken,' and eventually became the modern English word 'take,' from which 'taker' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to seize or capture,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to accept or receive something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who takes something, especially one who accepts an offer or challenge.

The offer was so good that there were many takers.

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Noun 2

a person who takes a test or examination.

The test takers were nervous before the exam started.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45