intake
Americannoun
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the place or opening at which a fluid is taken into a channel, pipe, etc.
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an act or instance of taking in.
an intake of oxygen.
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something that is taken in.
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a quantity taken in.
an intake of 50 gallons a minute.
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a narrowing; contraction.
noun
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a thing or a quantity taken in
an intake of students
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the act of taking in
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the opening through which fluid enters a duct or channel, esp the air inlet of a jet engine
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a ventilation shaft in a mine
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a contraction or narrowing
an intake in a garment
Etymology
Origin of intake
First recorded in 1515–25; noun use of verb phrase take in
Example Sentences
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Flies that consumed caffeine during the day did not show the same pattern, indicating that the timing of caffeine intake plays a key role.
From Science Daily
Keeping meals similar from day to day and maintaining a steady calorie intake could help people lose more weight, according to research from the American Psychological Association.
From Science Daily
Even reducing intake by 1,000 mg per day can lead to meaningful improvements in blood pressure and overall heart health.
From Science Daily
The analysts cite several challenges for CPG companies that could be structural, like a drag on volume from slower population growth and a demand shock as the rise of GLP-1 drugs reduces calorie intake.
The latest study into the effects of diets heavy in highly processed foods shows that the risks of serious heart problems increase as intake rises.
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