take-away

See also: takeaway and take away

English

Etymology

Deverbal from take away.

Pronunciation

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Adjective

take-away (not comparable)

1. of, or relating to food intended to be eaten off the premises

Noun

take-away (plural take-aways)

1. A conclusion, idea or lesson learned at some event for future use.
   • 2009, John-David Phyper, Paul MacLean, Good to Green: Managing Business Risks and Opportunities in the Age of ...‎^[1]:

     The following take-aways are critical when developing corporate strategy.

2. (chiefly UK, Australia and New Zealand) A take-out restaurant, or food from such restaurant.
   • 2010, Miri Song, Helping Out‎^[2]:

     The small scale of Chinese take-aways is an important factor in making these businesses viable for families.

See also

• take away
• takeaway

Swedish

Noun

take-away

1. Alternative form of takeaway

References

• take-away in Svensk ordbok (SO)