Meaning of take over

Definition of take over

(verb) seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession; "He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town"; "he usurped my rights"; "She seized control of the throne after her husband died"
take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities; "When will the new President assume office?"
free someone temporarily from his or her obligations
take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person; "I'll accept the charges"; "She agreed to bear the responsibility"
take over ownership of; of corporations and companies
do over; "They would like to take it over again"
take up and practice as one's own
take up, as of debts or payments; "absorb the costs for something"

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