Meaning

• To acquire, bring in, or introduce.

  "The ship took on cargo in Norfolk yesterday."

• To begin to have or exhibit.

  "In the dark, the teddy bear took on the appearance of a fearsome monster."

• To assume or take responsibility for.

  "I'll take on the project if no one else will."

• To attempt to fight or compete with.

  "I don't recommend taking on that bully, since he's bigger than you are."

• To (attempt to) dribble round an opposition player.

• To catch on, do well; to become popular.

• To show emotion, to grieve or be concerned (about something or someone).

• To obtain the services of (a person) in exchange for remuneration; to give someone a job.

• To have sex.