Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intake

noun

/ˈɪn.teɪk/

Definition

Intake refers to the amount of something that is taken in or received, particularly in terms of food, drink, or substances.

Examples

She monitored her daily caloric intake to maintain a healthy diet.
The machine has a safety feature that limits the intake of materials to prevent jams.
The school’s intake of new students is determined by their academic performance.

Meaning

It generally indicates the process of consuming or absorbing something, whether it’s nutritional, like food and water, or something like air or information.