Take-away

//ˈteɪk əˌweɪ// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A conclusion, idea or lesson learned at some event for future use.

    "The following take-aways are critical when developing corporate strategy."

  2. 2
    A takeout restaurant, or food from such restaurant. Australia, New-Zealand, UK

    "The small scale of Chinese take-aways is an important factor in making these businesses viable for families."

Adjective
  1. 1
    of, or relating to food intended to be eaten off the premises not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    of or involving food to be taken and eaten off the premises wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms
takeout

Example

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"There's no point starting a shop selling take-away lunches; there are already plenty."

Etymology

Deverbal from take away.

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