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Meaning of 'partake' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Partake [ v. i.]
- To take a part, portion, lot, or share, in common with others; to have a share or part; to participate; to share; as, to partake of a feast with others.
- To have something of the properties, character, or office; -- usually followed by of.
2 . Partake [ v. t.]
- To partake of; to have a part or share in; to share.
- To admit to a share; to cause to participate; to give a part to.
- To distribute; to communicate.

Meaning of 'partake' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . partake [ v]
Meaning (1):
- consume
Example in sentence:
  • She didn't touch her food all night
Meaning (2):
- have, give, or receive a share of
Example in sentence:
  • We shared the cake

Nearby Words:

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