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Intake
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Simple meaning
What does Intake mean?
Intake means what is taken in or collected first.
Dictionary definition
the amount taken in, or the process of collecting information at the start.
Example sentences
Intake in a sentence
easy
Water intake is important during a long hike.
medium
The program used an intake form to collect basic information.
hard
During the intake process, staff asked clear questions before planning next steps.
Synonyms
Words like Intake
amount taken inA plain phrase for intake.
entry processA starting process for gathering information.
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Word family
Intake word family
Base word
intake
noun
intakes
More than one intake; use as a word-family form.
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Practice 1
What does intake mean?
Intake means what is taken in or collected first.
Practice 2
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Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to intake?
Entry process is close to the meaning of intake in many contexts.
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