use

Definition

• n. the act of using
• n. a particular service
• n. (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
• v. put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

Word forms

Past participle

used

Present participle

using

Past tense

used

Third person singular

uses

Example sentences

1. n.

   The use of smartphones has become common in everyday life.

2. vt.

   You can use this tool to fix the broken chair.

3. vi.

   She usually uses public transport to get to work.