taking

/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
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Other forms: takings; takingly

Definitions of taking
  1. noun
    the act of someone who picks up or takes something
    “clothing could be had for the taking”
    synonyms: pickings
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    type of:
    action
    something done (usually as opposed to something said)
  2. adjective
    very attractive; capturing interest
    “something inexpressibly taking in his manner”
    synonyms: fetching, winning
    attractive
    pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm
Pronunciation
US
/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
UK
/ˈteɪkɪŋ/
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