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uptake

[ˈʌp.teɪk]

uptake Definition

  • 1the process of taking in or absorbing something, especially gradually or in small amounts
  • 2the amount of a substance that is taken in by a living organism

Using uptake: Examples

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

  • Example

    The uptake of nutrients from the soil is essential for plant growth.

  • Example

    The drug's uptake into the bloodstream was slow.

  • Example

    The company's new marketing strategy resulted in an increased uptake of their products.

  • Example

    The uptake of carbon dioxide by the oceans is causing acidification.

uptake Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with uptake

  • the amount of oxygen that is taken up and used by the body during physical activity

    Example

    The athlete's oxygen uptake was measured during the fitness test.

  • a substance that inhibits the uptake of a particular neurotransmitter, hormone, or other substance by a cell or tissue

    Example

    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a class of antidepressant drugs that work by blocking the uptake of serotonin.

  • the rate at which a substance is taken up or absorbed by a living organism or system

    Example

    The researchers measured the uptake rate of carbon dioxide by different types of seaweed.

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Summary: uptake in Brief

The term 'uptake' [ˈʌp.teɪk] refers to the process of taking in or absorbing something, such as nutrients, drugs, or gases. It can also refer to the amount of a substance that is taken in by a living organism. Examples include 'The uptake of nutrients from the soil is essential for plant growth.' and 'The uptake of carbon dioxide by the oceans is causing acidification.' Phrases like 'oxygen uptake' and 'uptake inhibitor' extend the meaning of 'uptake' to specific contexts.