cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid | take the first step or steps in carrying out an action |
take in solid food | put down in writing; of texts, musical compositions, etc. |
eat a meal; take a meal | pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking |
take in food; used of animals only | lower someone's spirits; make downhearted |
use up (resources or materials) | move something or somebody to a lower position |
worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way | alight from (a horse) |
| lower (one's body) as by kneeling |