take part

take someone's part

Fig. to take a side in an argument; to support someone in an argument. My sister took my mother's part in the family argument. You are always taking the part of the underdog!

See also: part, take

take part (in something)

to participate in something. Bill refused to take part in the game. Everyone is asked to take part in the celebration.

See also: part, take

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take somebody's part  (old-fashioned)

to support someone in an argument or disagreement For once, my brother took my part in the argument.

See look the part

See also: part, take

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take somebody's part

to support someone in an argument or disagreement For once, my brother took my part instead of attacking me.

See also: part, take

take part (in something)

to be actively involved in something We haven't taken part in any of the family parties recently.

See also: part, take