Taker

/ˈteɪ.kər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who takes something, especially a risk or an opportunity.

As a risk taker, she often invests in new startups without hesitation.

A person who receives or accepts something.

The scholarship committee is looking for a deserving taker of this financial aid.

A person who participates in an activity, such as a survey or competition.

Every taker of the survey will be entered into a drawing for a gift card.

A person who occupies a particular role or position, especially in context of a deal.

The taker of the lease must adhere to all property guidelines.

Derived from the verb 'take' with the agent suffix '-er'.

take it or leave it

A proposition that must be accepted as is or rejected entirely.

big taker

Someone who takes big risks or large quantities.

taker's remorse

Feeling of regret after accepting a favorable deal.

take

To grasp or seize something.

receiver

A person who receives something.

acceptor

A person who agrees to receive or take.

A person who is overly dependent on others.

Don't be such a taker; you need to contribute too.

Someone who benefits from the generosity of others.

She's a total taker, always borrowing but never lending.