Synonyms for Use (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 ((economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing):
consumption, usance, economic consumption, use of goods and services
WordNet sense 2 ((law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property):
enjoyment
WordNet sense 3 (what something is used for):
function, purpose, role
WordNet sense 4 (avail oneself to):
apply, practice
WordNet sense 5 (take or consume (regularly or habitually)):
habituate
WordNet sense 6 (put into service; make work or employ (something) for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose):
employ, utilize, utilise
WordNet sense 7 (use up, consume fully):
expend
WordNet sense 8 (the act of using):
employment, exercise, usage, utilization, utilisation
WordNet sense 9 (a pattern of behavior acquired through frequent repetition):
habit, wont
WordNet sense 10 (exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage):
manipulation
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