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Takeover Definition & Meaning

takeover
noun
  1. a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force
  2. a change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation

"Takeover" in song lyrics

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  • "What a wonderful makeover, excellent takeover"
    Aceyalone — Alive
  • "2K3, this the hooker Takeover"
    AJ f/ Kiotti, MC Que — Hooka Hooka
  • "Brooklyn Zu is about to takeover..."
    Brooklyn Zu f/ Monk, RZA, Shavo Odadjian — If I Had a Gun

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Frequently asked questions

What does takeover mean?
a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force a change by sale or merger in the controlling interest of a corporation
What part of speech is takeover?
Takeover is a noun.
How many definitions does takeover have?
Takeover has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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