v. i. - To take a part, portion, lot, or share, in common with others; to have a share or part; to participate; to share; as, to partake of a feast with others.
v. i. - To have something of the properties, character, or office; -- usually followed by of.
v. t. - To partake of; to have a part or share in; to share.
v. t. - To admit to a share; to cause to participate; to give a part to.
v. t. - To distribute; to communicate.