intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: an opening through which fluid enters an enclosure

2

a

: a taking in

b(1)

: the amount taken in

(2)

: something (such as energy) taken in : input

Synonyms

• input

Examples of intake in a Sentence

You should limit your daily intake of fats and sugars.

a larger intake of fluids

the recommended daily intakes of selected vitamins

a sudden intake of breath

Recent Examples on the Web

Meat, fish, seafood, dairy, eggs, tofu, nuts, seeds, legumes, beans, lentils: these foods are usually considered key protein sources, but other foods can contribute towards protein intake too, including fruit. —Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024

That’s half a dozen reasons to increase your oat intake right there. —Caroline Tien, SELF, 1 Nov. 2024

Omega-3 fatty acid intake can also reduce your risk for dry eye syndrome. —Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024

Avoid doom-scrolling and limit your news intake to help prevent from feeling overwhelmed or even cynical. —Alyssa Jaffer, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing intake

• intake manifold

Kids Definition

intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: a place where liquid or air is taken into something (as a pump)

2

: the act of taking in

an intake of breath

3

: something taken in

inadequate food intake

Medical Definition

intake

noun

in·​take ˈin-ˌtāk 

1

: the act or process of taking in

intake and exhalation of gases

2

: the amount taken in

reduce fluid intake to four cups daily

—D. R. Zimmerman