Meaning oftake downin English

Verb

1. to remove from a vertical surface; dismantle
   The workers will take down the old billboard today.
2. to record in writing (notes, speech, etc.)
   The secretary will take down the minutes of the meeting.
3. to arrest or detain someone (by authority)
   The police officer was authorized to take down the suspect.
4. to defeat or overpower someone; destroy or kill
   The champion boxer was able to take down her opponent in the first round.
5. to force an opponent to the ground (in martial arts)
   The wrestler used a powerful move to take down her opponent to the mat.
6. to disassemble temporary structures (scaffolding, etc.)
   The construction team will take down the scaffolding after completing the building.