intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk How to pronounce intake (audio)
Synonyms of intakenext
1
: an opening through which fluid enters an enclosure
2
a
: a taking in
b(1)
: the amount taken in
(2)
: something (such as energy) taken in : input

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Examples of intake in a Sentence

You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars. a larger intake of fluids the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins a sudden intake of breath
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Spreading your intake evenly throughout the day is key to maximizing its benefits. — Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 10 Apr. 2025 Limiting your intake and drinking a glass of water after each alcoholic beverage are ways to avoid or minimize the next day's hangover. — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Apr. 2025 For women, this meant decreasing intake to about 400 to 600 calories three days per week, while men reduced calories to around 500 to 700. — Sarah Garone, Health, 10 Apr. 2025 How to Add More Protein in Your Diet To up your protein intake, focus on eating protein-rich foods that aren’t processed or high in calories. — Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for intake

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of intake was in the 15th century

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intake

noun
in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk How to pronounce intake (audio)
1
: a place where liquid or air is taken into something (as a pump)
2
: the act of taking in
an intake of breath
3
: something taken in
inadequate food intake

Medical Definition

intake

noun
in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk How to pronounce intake (audio)
1
: the act or process of taking in
intake and exhalation of gases
2
: the amount taken in
reduce fluid intake to four cups daily— D. R. Zimmerman

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