Meaning of the word "take home" in English
What does "take home" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
take home
US /teɪk hoʊm/
UK /teɪk hoʊm/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to earn as net income after taxes and deductions
Example:
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After taxes, I only take home about two-thirds of my gross salary.
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How much do you take home each month?
2.
to take food or drink from a restaurant or store to eat or drink elsewhere
Example:
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Can I get this coffee to take home?
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We decided to take home some pizza for dinner.
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