RETOOK Meaning and
Definition
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The verb "retook" is the past tense of the verb "retake." It refers to the action of taking something back or seizing it again after it had been previously captured, lost, or relinquished. This term is often used in the context of reclaiming or recovering possession, control, or ownership of something. It implies the act of regaining what was once held or controlled.
"Retook" can also refer to the act of repeating or redoing an action or test that had been done previously. In this sense, it suggests the process of taking or attempting something again, usually with the intention of improving or achieving a different outcome. For example, a student who initially fails an exam might need to retake it to obtain a passing grade. Similarly, a photographer who wants to capture a better picture may retake the shot several times.
Overall, "retake" conveys the concept of gaining back or repeating what was previously lost or done. Its usage can range from regaining possession of an object to repeating an action for improvement or correction. The term "retook" encapsulates these ideas by representing the past form of this versatile and multi-faceted verb.
Common Misspellings for RETOOK
Etymology of RETOOK
The word "retook" is formed by combining the prefix "re-", which means "again" or "back", and the verb "took", which is the past tense of the verb "take".
The term "take" originated from the Old English word "tēon", which meant "to grasp, obtain, or acquire". Over time, it evolved into "taken" as the past participle form, and eventually "took" as the past tense form.
The prefix "re-" in English is derived from the Latin prefix "re-", which also denotes repetition or an action done again. It was later adopted by Old English and became a commonly used prefix with a similar meaning.
Combining "re-" and "took" gives us "retook", which means "to take or grasp something again" or "to regain possession or control of something".
Similar spelling words for RETOOK
Conjugate verb Retook
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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