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Definition take care of in American English

take care of phrase

phrase
1

to do the necessary things for someone who needs help or protection

Example

Who will take care of the children?

2

to treat something carefully so that it stays in good condition

Example

All the neighbors take very good care of their yards.

3

to do what is necessary to deal with a person or situation

Example

I'll leave you to take care of the refreshments.

Example

Can you take care of this customer, please?

4

to pay for something: used especially when you are offering to pay for someone else

Example

She picked up the check, saying, "Let me take care of that."

Synonyms and related words
disburse spend pay
Definition take care of in American English