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The synonyms of “Uptake” are: consumption, ingestion, intake
Uptake as a Noun
Definitions of "Uptake" as a noun
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “uptake” as a noun can have the following definitions:
- The taking in or absorption of a substance by a living organism or bodily organ.
- The process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating.
- A process of taking up or using up or consuming.
- The action of taking up or making use of something that is available.
Synonyms of "Uptake" as a noun (3 Words)
consumption | An amount of something which is used up or ingested. Industrialized countries should reduce their energy consumption. |
ingestion | The process of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing or absorbing it. The effect of caffeine ingestion on exercise performance. |
intake | The act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing. His alcohol intake. |
Usage Examples of "Uptake" as a noun
- The uptake of glucose into the muscles.
- They developed paper napkins with a greater uptake of liquids.
- The uptake of free school meals.