nonuse

[non-yoos]

nonuse Definition

• 1. failure or refusal to use something
• 2. the state of not being used

Using nonuse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonuse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The nonuse of seat belts is a major cause of traffic fatalities.

• Example

  The nonuse of the gym equipment led to its deterioration.

• Example

  The nonuse of the language resulted in the loss of fluency.

• Example

  The nonuse of the technology rendered it obsolete.

nonuse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nonuse

• disuse
• neglect
• abstention
• inactivity

Antonyms for nonuse

• use
• utilization
• application

Phrases with nonuse

• nonuse value

  the value that people place on environmental goods and services that are not currently being used, but may be used in the future

  Example

  The nonuse value of the national park was estimated through surveys and questionnaires.

• nonuse damages

  economic damages resulting from the loss of nonuse value of natural resources due to environmental damage or degradation

  Example

  The oil spill caused significant nonuse damages to the coastal ecosystem.

• nonuse period

  a period of time during which a product or service is not used, often leading to its deterioration or obsolescence

  Example

  The nonuse period of the car battery exceeded its recommended lifespan, causing it to fail.

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Summary: nonuse in Brief

'Nonuse' [non-yoos] refers to the failure or refusal to use something or the state of not being used. It can lead to deterioration, obsolescence, or loss of fluency, as exemplified by 'The nonuse of the gym equipment led to its deterioration.' 'Nonuse' extends into phrases like 'nonuse value,' denoting the value of environmental goods and services that are not currently being used, and 'nonuse period,' referring to the period of time during which a product or service is not used.