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Difference between Partake in something and Partake of something

partake in something—(formal) take part or share in smth:

  • It is not to be imagined that the entire Irishry partook in this desire of renouncing their ancient customs.

partake of something—(formal)

1. eat or drink some of the food or beverages:

  • He refused to partake of the modest meal Serafina had prepared.

2. have some of the quality or characteristics of smth.:

  • Here the process of education partakes of the nature of discovery.

3. = partake in something:

  • Carpenters, scene-shifters, dressers and super-numeraries, all partook of the general joy.