take down
Remove something from where it's hanging; knock down a building; write notes; or beat someone
Meanings
To remove something from a wall, shelf, or elevated position and lower it
"Can you take down those old photos from the wall? We're repainting tomorrow."
To dismantle a temporary structure such as a tent, scaffold, or stage
"The crew began taking down the stage as soon as the concert ended."
To write or record information, especially notes from speech
"The officer asked me to spell my name slowly while he took it down."
(Informal) To overpower, defeat, or remove someone from a position of power
"The documentary was designed to take down the corrupt senator."
Very common and versatile. The note-taking sense is common in academic and professional settings. The 'remove from wall' sense is everyday. The 'dismantle' sense is used for tents, scaffolding, and temporary structures. The 'defeat' sense is informal.
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