Definition of "take-up" in English

noun

1. The act of taking something up, by tightening, absorption, or reeling in.

2. (machinery) That which takes up or tightens; specifically, a device in a sewing machine or loom for drawing up the slack thread as the needle rises, in completing a stitch.

3. Acceptance (of a proposal, offer, request, etc.).

   • the take-up of benefits by the unemployed