uses

英文释义

n the act of using
n what something is used for
n a particular service
n (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
n (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
n exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
n (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
n North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
v put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
v take or consume (regularly or habitually)
v use up, consume fully
v seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
v avail oneself to
v habitually do something (use only in the past tense)