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partaking |
1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Partake \Par*take"\, v. i. [imp. {Partook}; p. p. {Partaken}; p. pr & vb n. {Partaking}.] [Part + take.] 1. To take a part portion, lot or share, in common with others to have a share or part to participate; to share; as to partake of a feast with others ``Brutes partake in this faculty.'' --Locke. When I against myself with thee partake. --Shak. 2. To have something of the properties, character, or office; -- usually followed by of The attorney of the Duchy of Lancaster partakes partly of a judge, and partly of an attorney-general. --Bacon.
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