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use vs reuse

reuse vs use

use is a noun but reuse is not a noun.

use and reuse both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
use Yes No Yes No
reuse No No Yes No
As verbs, reuse is a hyponym of use; that is, reuse is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use:
  • use: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
  • reuse: use again after processing
use (noun) reuse (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
use (verb) reuse (verb)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose use again after processing
take or consume (regularly or habitually)
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 use and reuse

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