take on
verb
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
To acquire, bring in, or introduce.
2
To obtain the services of (a person) in exchange for remuneration; to give someone a job.
3
To begin to have or exhibit.
4
To assume or take responsibility for.
5
To attempt to fight, compete with, or engage with.
6
To (attempt to) dribble round (an opposition player).
7
To catch on, do well; to become popular.
8
To grieve or be concerned (about something or someone).
9
To enlist into military service.
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