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usage

UK/ˈjuːsɪd͡ʒ/ US/ˈjuːzɪd͡ʒ/ uncommon archaic

noun

1.

the act of using

  • “he warned against the use of narcotic drugs”
  • “skilled in the utilization of computers”
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2.

Origin

From Middle English usage, from Anglo-Norman and Old French usage.

Phrases

  • usage dictionary
  • usage guide
  • usage label
  • usage lexicography
  • usage note
  • usage panel
  • usage share

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