1. third person singular present of take; to get hold of something with one’s hands
2. to carry or bring someone or something to a place
3. to require or need a certain amount of time, effort, or resources

1. scenes filmed or recorded at one time without stopping
Usage: film/television

Examples

• She takes the bus to work every morning.
• The project takes about three hours to complete.
• He takes his coffee with cream and sugar.
• The medicine takes effect within thirty minutes.
• The director filmed several takes of the same scene.
• It takes courage to speak up for what’s right.
• She takes her dog for a walk twice daily.