take the L

== English == === Alternative forms === take the l, take an L, take an l, take Ls, take L's === Etymology === From take + the + L, in various senses (L as loss or L as elevated). === Pronunciation === === Verb === take the L (third-person singular simple present takes the L, present participle taking the L, simple past took the L, past participle taken the L) (slang) To take the loss: to lose a game or competition and to accept that fact; to make a mistake or to otherwise be beset with unfortunate circumstances and recognize the outcome. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see take,‎ L. ==== Translations ==== ==== See also ====