Dictionary Entry
take away
phrasal verbFind the meaning of the word take away, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
Dictionary meaning in a clear, student-friendly format.
To remove something from a place or person; to subtract a quantity; or to purchase food from a restaurant to be consumed elsewhere.
Example Sentence
The librarian had to take away the overdue book from the student's desk.
Usage Note
Use "take away" when you mean to remove an item, subtract a number, or buy food from a restaurant to eat at another location. For instance, "The waiter will take away the empty plates," "If you take away two from ten, you have eight," or "We decided to get Chinese food as a take away tonight."