verb
take
To require a certain amount of something.
The repair takes about an hour to complete.
Etymology
The acquiring verb extends to consuming or demanding resources. A task takes the time, effort, or material needed to carry it out.
More examples
- It takes courage to apologize.
- The sofa takes too much space.
- How many eggs does this recipe take?
Forms
take · takes · took · taken · taking
Similar words
- require
- States a necessary amount more formally.