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