TAKE UP


Meaning of TAKE UP in English

1.

Raise, lift.

2.

Begin ( especially where another has left off ).

3.

Fasten ( with a ligature ).

4.

Engross, engage, employ.

5.

Occupy, fill, cover.

6.

Arrest, seize, catch, take prisoner, take into custody.

7.

Assume, adopt.

8.

Pay ( as a note ), discharge, settle.

9.

Buy or borrow.

10.

Answer by reproof, reprimand.

11.

Comprise, include.

12.

Collect, exact ( as a tax ).

Soule. Dictionary of English synonyms.      Словарь английских синонимов.