Follow the example of; also, resemble in appearance, temperament, or character. For example, Bill took after his uncle and began working as a volunteer for the Red Cross. [Mid-1500s]
take after
| Idioms: take after |
| WordNet: take after |
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The verb has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
be similar to a relative
Meaning #2:
imitate in behavior; take as a model
Synonym: follow
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