uses

verb
UK: /ˈjuːzɪz/
US: /ˈjuːzɪz/

  1. To employ something for a specific purpose.

    1. He USES a pen to write letters every day. [ ] [ ]
    2. The artist USES different techniques to create unique paintings that catch the eye. [ ] [ ]

  2. To consume or expend something.

    1. She USES a lot of water when she showers. [ ] [ ]
    2. The factory USES vast amounts of energy to maintain operations at full production. [ ] [ ]

  3. To exploit or take advantage of someone.

    1. He USES people to get what he wants. [ ] [ ]
    2. She felt he USES her kindness and generosity without offering anything in return. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

purpose function application way manner practice
uses noun

  1. The act of employing something for a specific purpose.

    1. The USES of this tool are many. [ ] [ ]
    2. Modern technology has a wide array of USES in everyday life and complex applications. [ ] [ ]

  2. A purpose for which something is used.

    1. What are the USES for this software? [ ] [ ]
    2. One of the primary USES of this new material involves strengthening existing infrastructures. [ ] [ ]
uses transitive-verb

  1. Third-person singular present of use.

    1. He USES his computer for work and fun. [ ] [ ]
    2. She USES her knowledge of languages to translate documents from many countries. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "uses" in English means: To employ something for a specific purpose., To consume or expend something., To exploit or take advantage of someone..

The phonetic transcription of "uses" is /ˈjuːzɪz/ in British English and /ˈjuːzɪz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "uses": purpose, function, application, way, manner, practice.

Example usage of "uses": "He USES a pen to write letters every day.". More examples on the page.