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partake
[pahr-teyk]
verb (used without object)
to take or have a part or share along with others; participate (usually followed byin ).
He won't partake in the victory celebration.
to receive, take, or have a share or portion (usually followed byof ).
to partake of a meal.
to have something of the nature or character (usually followed byof ).
feelings partaking of both joy and regret.
verb (used with object)
to take or have a part in; share.
partake
/ ɑːˈٱɪ /
verb
(foll by in) to have a share; participate
to partake in the excitement
(foll by of) to take or receive a portion, esp of food or drink
each partook of the food offered to him
(foll by of) to suggest or have some of the quality (of)
music partaking of sadness
archaic(tr) to share in
Usage
Other Word Forms
- partakable adjective
- partaker noun
- prepartake verb (used without object)
- unpartaken adjective
- unpartaking adjective
- 貹ˈٲ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of partake1
Word History and Origins
Origin of partake1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Along with boozy drag brunches and dancing at the Pink Pony Club, partake in L.A.-area activities and events this Pride Month that serve as a lifeline for queer community and creativity.
Both were once married or partnered up, but now they’re all living single and happy to partake in Bunny’s bottomless bar and wine cellar.
The King and Queen later partook in a tree planting ceremony at Rideau Hall, the official residence of Canada's governor general.
Although raised Hindu, Pi partakes of religious services from many sects.
Quandt, the ex-husband of Goebbels' wife, was judged to be a Mitläufer, meaning someone who accepted Nazi ideology but did not directly partake in its crimes.
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