use

[yooz]

use Definition

• 1. the act of utilizing something; the state of being utilized
• 2. the purpose for which something is used or intended to be used

Using use: Examples

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

• Example

  The use of technology has revolutionized the way we communicate.

• Example

  I have no use for this old computer anymore.

• Example

  The use of excessive force by the police is unacceptable.

• Example

  Please make good use of your time.

use Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for use

• utilization
• employment
• application
• usage
• function

Antonyms for use

• disuse
• abstention

Idioms Using use

• use your head

  to think carefully and logically about something

  Example

  You need to use your head and come up with a plan.

• use your imagination

  to think creatively and come up with new ideas

  Example

  The artist used her imagination to create a beautiful painting.

• use it or lose it

  if you don't use something, you may forget how to use it or it may become useless

  Example

  You need to practice playing the piano regularly, otherwise it's use it or lose it.

Phrases with use

• make use of

  to use something that is available in order to achieve something

  Example

  You should make use of the resources available to you.

• have no use for

  to not need or want something

  Example

  I have no use for this broken watch.

• put to good use

  to use something effectively or in a way that benefits someone or something

  Example

  The money was put to good use by funding the new community center.

Origins of use

from Old French 'user', meaning 'to use'

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Summary: use in Brief

The term 'use' [yooz] refers to the act of utilizing something or the state of being utilized. It can also refer to the purpose for which something is used. Examples include 'The use of technology has revolutionized the way we communicate,' and 'Please make good use of your time.' Phrases like 'make use of' and idioms like 'use your head' are common in English.