: a use of one's property or of water that is for a suitable and beneficial purpose and that does not lead to unreasonable interference with another's use of property or with the natural flow of water

USE definition: 1. to put something such as a tool, skill, or building to a particular purpose: 2. to reduce the…. Learn more.

USE definition: to employ for some purpose; put into service; make use of. See examples of use used in a sentence.

syn: use, utilize mean to put something into action or service. use is a general word referring to the application of something to a given purpose: to use a telephone. use may also imply that …

If you have a use for something, you need it or can find something to do with it.

to come (also fall, go, etc.) into use: to be introduced into customary or habitual employment or practice; to begin to be used; esp. (of vocabulary, syntax, etc.) to be introduced into common …

As a noun use means "purpose." As a verb, use means either "put to work," or "work something until there isn't anything left," unless you use your friend, meaning you exploit her.

Use is the general word: to use a telephone; to use a saw and other tools; to use one's eyes; to use eggs in cooking. (What is used often has depreciated or been diminished, sometimes …

She quickly used up (all of) her inheritance. Don't shower too long and use up (all) the hot water.

Jun 13, 2025 · Use can be both a verb and a noun, while usage can only function as a noun. Use has a wide range of definitions, as either a verb or a noun.