take-up

• Nom désignant un dispositif ou mécanisme qui réduit le mou ou compense un mouvement, ainsi que l'action de tendre, absorber ou enrouler quelque chose.

A noun referring to a device or mechanism that reduces slack or takes up motion, or the action of tightening, absorbing, or reeling something in.

1. Mechanical deviceC1formaltechnical

   A device used to reduce slack or take up motion in machinery, such as in a sewing machine or loom.

   Dispositif de tension

   • The sewing machine's take-up mechanism ensures the thread remains taut.
   • He adjusted the take-up on the loom to prevent fabric defects.
   • The take-up roller in the printer needs regular maintenance.

2. Action of taking upC1formaltechnical

   The process of tightening, absorbing, or reeling in something.

   reprise

   • The take-up of slack in the cable is automatic.
   • Proper take-up of the film is essential for clear photographs.
   • The winch's take-up action pulled the rope tight.

   Synonymesabsorptiontighteninguptakewinding