Definitions

1. noun

the act or process of taking in or absorbing something, especially a substance or an idea

“The body’s uptake of nutrients is crucial for maintaining good health.”

2. noun

a rate of taking in or absorbing something, especially a substance or an idea

“The uptake of the new technology in the company was very slow.”

3. noun

the number of people or things taking in or absorbing something, especially a substance or an idea

“The uptake of the new policy was much higher than expected.”

4. verb

to take in or absorb something, especially a substance or an idea

“The plant uptake water and nutrients from the soil.”