uptake

• Nom désignant l'action de prélever, d'absorber ou de consommer quelque chose, notamment des nutriments, des ressources ou des substances.

A noun referring to the process of taking in, absorbing, or consuming something, such as food or resources.

indénombrable

1. Absorption or consumptionB2formal

   The process of taking in or absorbing something, such as nutrients, oxygen, or other substances.

   Absorption ou consommation

   • The body's uptake of vitamins is essential for health.
   • Plants increase their water uptake during hot weather.
   • The drug's uptake into the bloodstream is rapid.

   Synonymesabsorptionassimilationconsumptioningestionintake

   Antonymesdischargeemissionexcretionrelease

2. Understanding or comprehensionB2informal

   The ability to understand or grasp new information quickly.

   Compréhension, capacité à comprendre

   • He is known for his quick uptake in complex subjects.
   • Her slow uptake of the instructions caused some delays.
   • The training program is designed for people with a fast uptake.

   Synonymesacumenapprehensioncognizancecomprehensiondiscernmentgraspperceptionunderstanding