intake
Pronunciación: [ˈɪnˌteɪk]
Contexto: «health and nutrition»
(noun) the amount of food, drink, or something else that you take in, especially in a certain period of time. If you eat or drink a lot during a meal, you can say you had a large intake.
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Her daily intake of fruits and vegetables is really good for her health.
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The patient's low water intake made him feel tired and dehydrated.
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What is your recommended intake of calories for the day?
Contexto: «process or procedure»
(noun) the process of taking something in, such as information or resources. It’s like when you fill up a cup with water; you are taking in the water.
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The intake of new ideas during the meeting helped move the project forward.
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The intake of applicants for the program was much lower this year compared to last year.
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What is the intake procedure for new students at the school?
Contexto: «health and nutrition»
(verb) to take in something, especially food or drink. It’s what you do when you eat or drink during a meal.
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She intakes a lot of water after exercising to stay hydrated.
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He doesn't intake enough protein, which can be bad for his muscle health.
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How much water do you intake during the day?