takeaway

[ˈteɪkəweɪ]

takeaway Definition

  • 1a restaurant or shop selling cooked food to be eaten elsewhere
  • 2a key point or piece of information to be learned from something

Using takeaway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "takeaway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm too tired to cook, let's get some takeaway.

  • Example

    The takeaway from the meeting was that we need to improve our communication.

  • Example

    The Chinese takeaway down the street is really good.

takeaway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for takeaway

Phrases with takeaway

  • coffee that is bought to be consumed elsewhere

    Example

    I grabbed a takeaway coffee on my way to work.

  • the most important thing to be learned from an experience or situation

    Example

    The takeaway lesson from his failure was to never give up.

  • a list of dishes available for purchase at a takeaway restaurant

    Example

    I ordered from the takeaway menu and got a burger and fries.

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Summary: takeaway in Brief

The term 'takeaway' [ˈteɪkəweɪ] refers to a restaurant or shop selling cooked food to be eaten elsewhere. It also means a key point or piece of information to be learned from something. Examples include 'I'm too tired to cook, let's get some takeaway,' and 'The takeaway from the meeting was that we need to improve our communication.' Other phrases include 'takeaway coffee,' and 'takeaway lesson.'

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