takeaway
2 synonyms for takeaway, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The key point or lesson drawn from a discussion, event, or piece of information.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
takeout
takeout food
How to use takeaway
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
key takeaway
order a takeaway
Etymology
A deverbal noun formed from the phrasal verb "take away."
Full origin of takeaway →Frequently asked questions
What does “takeaway” mean?
The word “takeaway” means the key point or lesson drawn from a discussion, event, or piece of information. In plain terms, either the main lesson you leave a conversation with, or (mainly UK) food ordered to go.
How do you pronounce “takeaway”?
“Takeaway” is pronounced TAY-kuh-way (/ˈteɪkəweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “takeaway” in a sentence?
Here is “takeaway” used in a sentence: “The main takeaway from the meeting was that the deadline needs to move.”
What part of speech is “takeaway”?
“Takeaway” is a noun.
How many meanings does “takeaway” have?
“Takeaway” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the key point or lesson drawn from a discussion, event, or piece of information.
