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recur vs use

use vs recur

recur is not a noun while use is a noun.

recur and use both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
recur No No Yes No
use Yes No Yes No
As verbs, use is a hypernym of recur; that is, use is a word with a broader meaning than recur:
  • recur: have recourse to
  • use: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Other hypernyms of recur include apply, employ, utilise, utilize.
recur (noun) use (noun)
the act of using
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
what something is used for
a particular service
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
recur (verb) use (verb)
happen or occur again put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
return in thought or speech to something take or consume (regularly or habitually)
have recourse to use up (resources or materials)
habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
avail oneself to
seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Difference between recur and use

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