n.
a device for taking up slack or excess: a take-up reel
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n.
the acceptance of something offered: education is aiding the take-up of birth control
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ph.
become interested or engaged in a pursuit
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ph.
become interested or engaged in a pursuit
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ph.
accept an offer or challenge from someone
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ph.
accept an offer or challenge from someone
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ph.
adopt someone as a protégé
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