take it verb7 •To endure affliction, criticism, punishment or torment.She finally left her abusive husband. She couldn't take it any more. •To suppose; to assume.I take it on trust that you won't tell my secret. •To assume based on evidence or observation; to gather.I take it that she didn't like the cake. (e.g. on seeing the cake thrown in the bin) •To accept something even though it may not be perfect or ideal; to acquiesce.Today's kinda hot and humid, but at least the heat wave is over and there's a breeze: I'll take it. •To assume responsibility for.I began the project; now you take it from here. •To submit to passive sexual intercourse. •To taste or sample some food or drink. formstook it · taken it · taking it · takes it