Take down
/teɪk daʊn/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To remove something from a higher place to a lower one.
- He asked his friend to take down the box from the top shelf.
- The workers needed to take down the old sign before installing the new one.
2. To write something down, especially as a record or note.
- The secretary will take down everything discussed in the meeting.
- Make sure you take down her phone number so you can call her later.
3. To dismantle or disassemble something, usually a structure.
- They decided to take down the old barn to clear the area for new construction.
- The stage crew had to take down the set after the final performance.
4. To defeat or bring someone down, often in a competitive context.
- The champion was determined to take down his opponent in the final round.
- The FBI managed to take down the notorious criminal organization.
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