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

France and Belgium lead in imports, with France doubling its intake. —Katya Soldak, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend getting 10-35% of daily calorie intake from protein sources.4 Optimal protein intake varies from person to person. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Dec. 2024

When in hybrid travel mode (meaning partial submersion), a large exhaust pipe remains on the surface and is used for air intake. —Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024

While the researchers intend to determine the optimal dietary intake of magnesium in future studies, Deo says a low daily intake is any amount below 300 mg per day. —Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 19 Dec. 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