takeaway
Takeaway (noun) means the key point or lesson drawn from a discussion, event, or piece of information. Example: “The main takeaway from the meeting was that the deadline needs to move.”
How to use takeaway
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the main lesson you leave a conversation with, or (mainly UK) food ordered to go.
In British English, "takeaway" is standard for food to go; American English usually says "takeout" for the same idea.
Word forms
takeaways plural
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The main _____ from the meeting was that the deadline needs to move.
Etymology
A deverbal noun formed from the phrasal verb "take away."
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Rhymes for takeaway
See all rhymes for 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.
Featured in
Vocabulary lists that include takeaway: