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toma

[ˈtɔ.mɐ]
noun/verbfemininepl: tomas
take; intake; socket; outlet
1. A socket or outlet (electrical)
Plug the charger into the outlet.
Encaixa o carregador na toma.
2. A water intake or tap point
The water intake valve was closed.
A toma de água estava fechada.
3. Third person singular present indicative of 'tomar' (to take)
He takes the bus every day.
Ele toma o autocarro todos os dias.
4. Act of taking or seizing
The takeover was completed yesterday.
A toma da empresa foi completada ontem.
Synonyms
tomadapossecaptura
Antonyms
libertaçãosoltura

Regional Variations

Portugal
toma
Standard usage for electrical outlet or water intake
Brazil
tomada
Preferred term for electrical outlet; toma is less common

Related Idioms & Phrases

toma lá, dá cá
toma teu jeito
toma conta de
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