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uptake

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Noun — The ability to understand or grasp something quickly.

How to use uptake

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quick on the uptake slow on the uptake uptake of a new technology

Etymology

From Middle English uptaken, "to take up" — built from up + take.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “uptake” mean?

The word “uptake” means the ability to understand or grasp something quickly. In plain terms, how quickly someone understands something, how much something absorbs, or how widely something gets adopted, depending on context.

How do you pronounce “uptake”?

“Uptake” is pronounced UHP-tayk (/ˈʌpteɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “uptake” in a sentence?

Here is “uptake” used in a sentence: “He's quick on the uptake and rarely needs things explained twice.”

What part of speech is “uptake”?

“Uptake” is a noun.

Where does the word “uptake” come from?

The word “uptake” comes from Middle English. From Middle English uptaken, "to take up" — built from up + take.

Is “uptake” a common word?

“Uptake” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “uptake” have?

“Uptake” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the ability to understand or grasp something quickly.

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