Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Uptake.
How to pronounce uptake:
US
Uptake - as a noun
The process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
consumption17ingestion10intake10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
activity16bodily functionbodily processbody processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A process of taking up or using up or consuming
Example: "They developed paper napkins with a greater uptake of liquids"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
human processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Uptake - as a verb
To take up, to lift.
To absorb, as food or a drug by an organism.
To accept and begin to use, as a new practice.
Example Sentences
"The uptake of nutrients by plants is essential for their growth."
"The doctor explained that a low uptake of iron can lead to anemia."
"The new advertising campaign resulted in a significant uptake in sales."
"The uptake of carbon dioxide by trees helps in reducing greenhouse gases."
"The study found a positive correlation between physical activity and oxygen uptake."
Word Game Points
Is UPTAKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, uptake is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
UPTAKE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is UPTAKE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, uptake is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordUPTAKE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is UPTAKE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, uptake is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordUPTAKE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
