partake of

partake of (something)

1. To eat, drink, or ingest something; to use or consume something. Let us partake of a light supper before we begin out journey. I never partake of drugs or alcohol.
2. To experience or take part in something; to avail of something. There were hundreds of people partaking of the numerous activities at the county fair. He decided to go to the more expensive university in New York rather than partake of a free college education in his home state.
See also: of, partake
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

partake of something

 
1. to have a portion of something, such as food or drink. Would you care to partake of this apple pie with me? I would like to partake of that fine dinner I see set out on the table.
2. to take part in or experience something. Sarah had always wanted to partake of the good life. Roger had no intention of partaking of the events offered at the fair.
See also: of, partake
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

partake of

v.
To use, consume, or participate in something shared with others: I hope that the guests will partake of the delicious dinner I prepared.
See also: of, partake
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • partake of (something)
  • (Can I) get you something (to drink)?
  • caviar to the general
  • stay for
  • stay for (something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • (you) wanna make something of it?
  • (do) (you) want to make something of it?
  • a bird in the hand
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If it did get so absorbed, then by definition nothing else could partake of it.
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to partake of any food that's inconsistent with their faith ...
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These images partake of a technological sublime: Alone against the unforgiving sky, the tower and lights represent the putative heroism and attendant risk of the attempt to conquer the natural world.
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For $4,235, you and a friend can partake of a new offering called "The Ultimate Island Retreat." A continental breakfast and airport transfers are included, but food and drinks are separate.
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If the stars were indeed more numerous and more accessible, then "ordinary people, not just emperors, might partake of stellar substance and find niches among the stars" (70).
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Murray's clients be able to add listings to the GSB Netrealty database from their own offices, but they'll also be able to partake of the management services, tenant/owner services, broker services and forum and chat features built into the GSB Netrealty web site.
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On the other hand, those not members of the Catholic Church may not partake of the Holy Eucharist in the hope that this will bring about greater unity:
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Not a temporary gig
The private club will hve a small golf course, swimming in atremendous pool, ten guest rooms, ocean and lake from access and what Trump describes as "a world class spa." The members will partake of the finest in food and enjoy private parties and perhaps some casino charity nights--notto be unexpected with a casino operator in charge.
Trump gets go-ahead for Palm Beach Club
Youngsters from 3 to 6 years old, however, were far more likely than the older children to partake of the other offerings.
Disgusting food: it's a matter of age