Partake /(pär*tāk")/

imp. Partook; p. p. Partaken; p. pr. & vb. n. Partaking

1. To take a part, portion, lot, or share, in common with others; to have a share or part; to participate; to share; as, to partake of a feast with others.

   When I against myself with thee partake.

2. To have something of the properties, character, or office; -- usually followed by of.

   The attorney of the Duchy of Lancaster partakes partly of a judge, and partly of an attorney-general.

1. To partake of; to have a part or share in; to share.

   Let every one partake the general joy.

2. To admit to a share; to cause to participate; to give a part to. [Obs.]
3. To distribute; to communicate. [Obs.]