Usage — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈyü-sij/ us·age

Meaning & Definition of Usage

Usage (noun)

  1. firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
  2. a uniform certain reasonable lawful practice existing in a particular locality or occupation and binding persons entering into transactions chiefly on the basis of presumed familiarity
  3. the way in which words and phrases are actually used (as in a particular form or sense) in a language community

Usage (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose

    "the machine's warranty does not cover malfunctions that result from improper usage"

    similar: application, employment, exercise, operation, play, use
    related: exertion, reuse
    near: disuse, nonuse

Related Entry: Ill-usage (noun)

Ill-usage is a different word from Usage. The synonyms below are for ill-usage, not for usage.

  1. as in mistreatment, maltreatment

    similar: ill-treatment, maltreatment, mistreatment, mishandling, mismanagement, mismanaging, damage, destruction, ruin, spoiling, wrecking, abuse, misapplication, misemployment, misusage, misuse, misutilization, perversion, corruption, debasement, desecration, profanation, prostitution
    opposite: application, employment, use, utilization

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Usage

The most common words with a similar meaning to Usage:

application, employment, exercise, operation, play, use

Related Words for Usage

exertion, reuse

Near Antonyms of Usage

disuse, nonuse

Origin & Etymology of Usage

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from us use

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Usage

Words & Phrases Containing Usage

usage note, ill-usage, enter common usage

Frequently Asked Questions about Usage

What does "Usage" mean?

"Usage" means firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure. As a noun, it is defined as: firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure.

What is another word for "Usage"?

Other words for "Usage" include application, employment, exercise, operation, play and use. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Usage" you intend.

How do you use "Usage" in a sentence?

Examples of "Usage" in a sentence: "the machine's warranty does not cover malfunctions that result from improper usage".

Is "Usage" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Usage" is a noun.

Is "Usage" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Usage" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Usage"?

"Usage" is pronounced /ˈyü-sij/ and divided into syllables as us·age.

What is the origin of the word "Usage"?

"Usage" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French, from us use. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Usage" meaning "the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose"?

When "Usage" (noun) means the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose, synonyms include application, employment, exercise, operation, play and use.