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Definition of retake

retake

/ˌriːˈteɪk/
re · take

Plural:retakes
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Past Simple:retook
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Past Participle:retaken
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Present Participle:retaking
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retake Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To take an examination, test, or academic course again, typically in order to pass or improve a previous grade.

Example

"She decided to retake the calculus course during the summer semester to raise her grade point average."


2

To regain possession or control of a position, title, or territory that was previously lost.

Example

"The defending champion trained tirelessly to retake the title at the national tournament."


3

To film, record, or photograph a scene or image again.

Example

"The photographer had to retake the group portrait because several people blinked."

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• noun

1

A second or subsequent filming, recording, or photographing of a scene or image.

Example

"The director ordered a retake after a microphone accidentally appeared at the top of the frame."


2

A second or subsequent attempt at an examination or academic course, typically after a previous unsatisfactory result.

Example

"Students who miss the exam due to illness may schedule a retake next week."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Retake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/retake
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