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take-away
/ˈteɪk əˌweɪ/
noun 2adj 1
Collocations
2VERB + TAKE-AWAY
offering, selling, shop
TAKE-AWAY + NOUN
delivery, lunches
Definitions
adj
1
Of, or relating to food or drink intended to be consumed off the premises.
noun
1
An idea, lesson or conclusion learned at some event for future use.
The following take-aways are critical when developing corporate strategy.
2
A takeout restaurant, or food from such restaurant.
The small scale of Chinese take-aways is an important factor in making these businesses viable for families.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
adjective — of or involving food to be taken and eaten off the premises
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
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The following take-aways are critical when developing corporate strategy.
Wiktionary02
The small scale of Chinese take-aways is an important factor in making these businesses viable for families.
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There's no point starting a shop selling take-away lunches; there are already plenty.
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"One of this and two of this, please." "Take-away?" "No, having here."
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Restaurants and bars are now offering take-away and delivery services only.
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