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taking

adjective noun

Very attractive; capturing interest

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
T
Ends with
G
Contains
AK
Scrabble score
11
CEFR level
A2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈteɪkɪŋ

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Very attractive; capturing interest

    “A fetching new hairstyle”

noun

  1. The act of someone who picks up or takes something

    “The pickings were easy”

In context

Example Sentences

A fetching new hairstyle
Something inexpressibly taking in his manner
A winning personality
The pickings were easy
Clothing could be had for the taking

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