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Definition of taker

taker

/ˈteɪ.kər/
tak · er
Plural:takers
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• noun

1

A person who accepts an offer, challenge, bet, or opportunity (usually used in the plural or in negative constructions).

Example

"She offered her extra concert ticket to the group, but there were no takers."

2

A selfish person who habitually takes or demands resources, time, or favors from others without giving anything in return.

Example

"In any healthy friendship, you cannot afford to be a constant taker who never supports the other person."

3

A person who takes something specified, such as a test, a photograph, or a risk (often used in compounds).

Example

"The university examination hall was filled with nervous test takers."

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• Rhymes for taker

• Nearby Words

takeoff
takeout
takeover
taker
takeup
takin
taking

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as an agent noun from the verb 'take' (derived from Old Norse 'taka', meaning 'to touch or grasp') combined with the agentive suffix '-er'.

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