use, employ, utilize mean to put into service especially to attain an end. use implies availing oneself of something as a means or instrument to an end.

USE definition: 1. to put something such as a tool, skill, or building to a particular purpose: 2. to reduce the…. Learn more.

Use definition: to employ for some purpose; put into service; make use of.. See examples of USE used in a sentence.

If you have a use for something, you need it or can find something to do with it.

syn: use, utilize mean to put something into action or service. use is a general word referring to the application of something to a given purpose: to use a telephone. use may also imply that …

Dec 26, 2024 · "Use" is a versatile word that serves as both a verb and a noun. It can refer to the action of employing something for a purpose or the state of something being employed. The …

She quickly used up (all of) her inheritance. Don't shower too long and use up (all) the hot water.

As a noun use means "purpose." As a verb, use means either "put to work," or "work something until there isn't anything left," unless you use your friend, meaning you exploit her.

The words employ and utilize are common synonyms of use. While all three words mean "to put into service especially to attain an end," use implies availing oneself of something as a means …

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