took

/tuːk/

Definitions

1. verb (past tense of ‘take’)

to seize or capture something, often with force or speed

“She took the package from the delivery person.”

2. verb (past tense of ‘take’, with a sense of moving or carrying)

to move or carry something from one place to another

“He took the luggage to the airport.”

3. noun

a person or team that has won a competition or event, especially in sports

“The took home the championship title.”

Synonyms

  • captured
  • grabbed
  • seized
  • snatched

Antonyms

  • let go
  • released