takedown
takedown Lexical Profile
takedown Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A thorough, decisive, and often public critique, rebuttal, or humiliation that undermines someone's argument, reputation, or authority.
"The investigative journalist published a scathing takedown of the corporation's accounting practices."
In wrestling, martial arts, or contact sports, a maneuver in which a combatant off-balances an opponent and brings them to the mat or ground.
"The wrestler scored two points with a quick double-leg takedown in the final seconds of the match."
The forced removal of content from a website or online platform, typically in response to a copyright claim or legal order.
"The video platform processed thousands of copyright takedowns last month alone."
The act of disassembling a structure, piece of equipment, or stage set after use.
"The stage crew completed the takedown of the concert lighting rig in under three hours."
• adjective
Designed to be easily disassembled into separate parts for transport, cleaning, or compact storage.
"The archer packed her takedown recurve bow into a small travel case before heading to the tournament."
Word Nuance & Usage
The closed one-word form 'takedown' is used for the noun and attributive adjective (a sharp takedown), whereas the two-word form 'take down' functions as the phrasal verb (to take down a sign).