takedown Meaning & Definition
What Does Takedown Mean?
As a noun, takedown means A taking down: the arrest of a suspect by a police officer. It is also used to mean A taking down: an act of bringing one's opponent to the ground by grabbing one or both legs and applying a rearward bending moment.
Takedown: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | squelch and put-down |
| Plural | takedowns |
Takedown Definition (Noun)
- A taking down: the arrest of a suspect by a police officer.
- A taking down: an act of bringing one's opponent to the ground by grabbing one or both legs and applying a rearward bending moment.
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Synonyms of Takedown
Takedown synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
takedown (plural takedowns)
Words That Rhyme With Takedown
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Origin of Takedown
Deverbal from take down.
Frequently Asked Questions About Takedown
What part of speech is takedown?
Takedown is a noun.
What is another word for takedown?
Words with a similar meaning to takedown include squelch and put-down. See the full list of takedown synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of takedown?
The plural of takedown is takedowns.