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take down

The correct spelling is take down.

How to pronounce take down

verb

Say it like: Tak-e d-own

The correct spelling is take down. To remove something from a wall or similar vertical surface to which it is fixed. For example: "He took down the picture and replaced it with the framed photograph."

Usage Examples

He took down the picture and replaced it with the framed photograph.

We need to take down the curtains to be cleaned.

We must take this fake news item down today.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To remove something from a wall or similar vertical surface to which it is fixed.
  2. 2.To remove something from a hanging position.
  3. 3.To remove something from a website.
  4. 4.To write down as a note, especially to record something spoken.
  5. 5.To remove a temporary structure such as scaffolding.

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