Take-up n. : That which takes up or tightens; specifically, a device in a sewing machine for drawing up the slack thread as the needle rises, in completing a stitch.

Example:
How much space does a music video take up on an ipod nano?

Taxonomy
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Defination from the web:
take-up n. The act of taking or tightening up. A device for reducing slack or taking up lost motion, as one in a ... 6. Use up or occupy entirely, as in The extra duties took up most of my time, or This desk takes up too much space in the office, or How much room will your car take up? ...