takedown

American  

[teyk-doun] / ˈteɪkˌdaʊn /

Or take-down

adjective

1. made or constructed so as to be easily dismantled or disassembled.

2. Finance. takeout.

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noun

1. the act of taking down.

2. a firearm designed to be swiftly disassembled or assembled.

3. the point of separation of two or more of the parts of a takedown firearm or other device.

4. Informal. the act of being humbled.

5. Wrestling. a move or series of maneuvers that succeeds in bringing a standing opponent down onto the mat.

6. Finance. takeout.

Etymology

Origin of takedown

First recorded in 1890–95; adj., noun use of verb phrase take down

Example Sentences

As soon as the bell rang Rousey shot for the takedown, before transitioning to an armbar and forcing Carano to submit.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

It was a brutal takedown of Hart that could only be accomplished by the utmost respect and love from his peers.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Detection systems must be highly accurate, continuously updated, and paired with clear policies and swift takedown processes to be effective.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Evloev was predicted to grapple with Murphy but it was not until the third round, with the Briton gaining the upper hand in the striking, that he attempted his first takedown.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

The public takedown she’d executed on him, if anything, would embolden Toby—make him like her more.

From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss

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