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Definition take on in British English

take on phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to start to employ someone

Example

We're not taking on any new staff at the moment.

Synonyms and related words
employ appoint take on
Example

Our website is taking on a new look.

Example

The war took on a different meaning for everyone involved.

Synonyms and related words
transition change turn into
3

to accept some work or responsibility

Example

I can't take on any more work at the moment.

Synonyms and related words
answer for accept carry
4

to fight or compete against someone

Example

This evening Manchester United take on Barcelona.

Synonyms and related words
compete vie contend
5

to decide to do something without asking permission from anyone else

Example

My mother took it on herself to invite them.

Synonyms and related words
decide determine arrive at
Definition take on in British English