using

[ˈjuːzɪŋ]

using Definition

the act of employing something or someone for a particular purpose.

Using using: Examples

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

• Example

  I am using my phone to call you.

• Example

  She is using her skills to solve the problem.

• Example

  He is using a hammer to fix the chair.

using Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for using

• utilizing
• employing
• making use of

Phrases with using

• use up

  to consume all of something

  Example

  We need to use up all the milk before it goes bad.

• useful

  able to be used for a practical purpose or in several ways

  Example

  This tool is very useful for fixing things around the house.

• used to

  accustomed or habituated to doing or being something

  Example

  I used to play basketball when I was younger.

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Summary: using in Brief

'Using' [ˈjuːzɪŋ] refers to the act of employing something or someone for a particular purpose. It can be seen in various contexts, such as using a phone to make a call, using skills to solve a problem, or using a hammer to fix a chair. 'Using' also extends into phrases like 'use up,' meaning to consume all of something, and 'useful,' indicating that something is able to be used for a practical purpose or in several ways.