Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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use | Yes | No | Yes | No |
purpose | Yes | No | Yes | No |
use (noun) | purpose (noun) |
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the act of using | what something is used for |
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition | the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose |
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage | an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions |
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 |
use (verb) | purpose (verb) |
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose | reach a decision |
take or consume (regularly or habitually) | propose or intend |
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 |