Meaning & Definition of word "Taken"

Taken

/ˈteɪ.kən/

1. past participle of take; to have received or captured.
- Example: The photograph was taken during the sunset.
2. to have seized control of or possession of something.
- Example: He had taken the initiative to start the project.
3. to regard or interpret in a certain way.
- Example: Her comment was taken as a compliment.
4. to have been influenced or affected by something.
- Example: The warning was taken seriously by everyone.

1. occupied; being used or engaged.
- Example: The table in the corner is taken; we'll have to sit elsewhere.
2. belonging to someone, often in terms of romantic relationships.
- Example: I'm sorry, but he's taken and not looking for anyone new.

Past participle of the verb 'take'.

taken aback:

Surprised or shocked by something.

taken for granted:

To be regarded as unimportant or not valued.

taken under wing:

To be looked after or mentored.

take:

To grasp or capture something.

taking:

The act of capturing or receiving.

taker:

One who accepts or receives something.

Meaning: In a relationship.

Example Sentence: He's off the market; he's taken.

Meaning: Not available.

Example Sentence: Sorry, she is taken; you can't ask her out.