taking

[tey-king]

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that takes.

2. the state of being taken. taken.

3. something that is taken. taken.

4. an action by the federal government, as a regulatory ruling, that imposes a restriction on the use of private property for which the owner must be compensated.

5. takings, receipts, especially of money earned or gained.

6. Archaic.,  a state of agitation or distress.

adjective

1. captivating, winning, or pleasing.

2. Archaic.,  infectious or contagious.

taking

/ ˈteɪkɪŋ /

adjective

1. charming, fascinating, or intriguing

2. informal,  infectious; catching

noun

1. something taken

2. (plural) receipts; earnings

Other Word Forms

• takingness noun
• takingly adverb
• untaking adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of taking¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English takyng (gerund); take, -ing ¹, -ing ²

Example Sentences

“This settlement sends a powerful message to AI companies and creators alike that taking copyrighted works from these pirate websites is wrong.”

From Los Angeles Times

Crews began taking down the 32-foot-tall sign Thursday night, starting with the “X,” as part of upcoming reconfiguration of the surrounding roads.

From Los Angeles Times

The settlement, which needs judicial approval before taking effect, calls for Norwalk to repeal its ban at an upcoming City Council meeting, Bonta said in a release.

From Los Angeles Times

Their mere presence served as powerful reminder that these women — ordinary people who didn’t want any of this — are taking on the president of the United States.

From Salon

I must also consider the significant toll that the ongoing pressure of the media is taking on my family.

From BBC