takeaway

noun

take·​away ˈtāk-ə-ˌwā 

1

: a conclusion to be made based on presented facts or information : a main point or key message to be learned or understood from something experienced or observed

The takeaway is clear: cats are a growing environmental concern because they are driving down some native bird populations …

—Bruce Barcott

One of the main takeaways stressed by the panelists was that social media is about conversation, not just dissemination.

—Gabe Habash

2

: the first movement of the backswing in golf

3

chiefly British : takeout

4

: an act or instance of taking possession of the ball or puck from an opposing team

takeaway adjective

Examples of takeaway in a Sentence

We ordered some Chinese takeaway.

She works in a Chinese takeaway.

He leads the league in takeaways.

Recent Examples on the Web

Onto the takeaways: Drew O’Connor’s funk This was one of those games where the Penguins really could have used something — anything? — from O’Connor. —Rob Rossi, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024

The study's takeaway isn't that seed oils cause colon cancer. —Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 26 Dec. 2024

Our editors find that some of the best learnings and takeaways often involve reviewing the top recipes our readers loved and saved. —Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024

Another important takeaway is that alternative credentials are a vital part of career planning. —Rachel Wells, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Kids Definition

takeaway

noun

take·​away ˈtā-kə-ˌwā 

1

chiefly British : takeout sense 3

2

: an act or instance of taking possession of the ball or puck from an opposing team