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Takeaway

Verb / ˈteɪkʌˌweɪ / Another word for takeaway — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Takeaway means the act of taking food from a restaurant or store to eat at home or elsewhere, or a restaurant that serves food to be eaten away from its premises.

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Common collocations

  • key takeaway
  • main takeaway
  • important takeaway
  • takeaway message
  • food takeaway
  • takeaway coffee
  • takeaway menu
  • takeaway order

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Usage note

Primarily used as a noun, 'takeaway' refers to the main point or lesson learned from something. It can also refer to food prepared to be eaten elsewhere.

Example sentences

  1. I'm too tired to cook, let's get a takeaway.
  2. I ordered a Chinese takeaway for the family.
  3. I always get a takeaway on Friday nights.
  4. The Indian takeaway is my favorite.
  5. We had a takeaway pizza for dinner last night.

Quotes

  • Life is uncertain, eat the takeaway first.
  • Takeaway food is like a hug in a box.
  • Takeaway is the best thing to happen to dinner since sliced bread.

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