Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

takeback

American  
[teyk-bak] / ˈteɪkˌbæk /

noun

  1. something taken back or withdrawn, especially an employee benefit previously gained in a union contract; takeaway.


adjective

  1. of or relating to what is taken back.

    a takeback agreement.

Etymology

Origin of takeback

Noun use of verb phrase take back

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

When Raducanu returned in 2026, a tweak to her forehand - a higher and longer takeback, designed to add more spin - was clear.

From BBC Jan. 21, 2026

In some cases it has produced results: For instance, Connecticut's mattress recycling rate rose from 8.7% to 63.5% after the state instituted a takeback law funded by fees paid at the point of sale.

From Salon Sep. 12, 2021

ERI partners with retailers such as Best Buy and Staples on their takeback programs, as well as local government e-waste collection programs in major municipalities, including New York City and Los Angeles.

From Washington Post May 18, 2021

At least that hurried takeback prepared the academy for what was to come after the selection of Kevin Hart as Oscar host.

From New York Times Dec. 7, 2018

Whether the unusual takeback from his compensation will be enough to save Stumpf’s job is hard to say.

From Time Sep. 29, 2016

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training