Usage

Meaning

the action of using something; the way in which words are used in a language

The action of using something; the way in which a word or phrase is normally used.

Example Sentences

The dictionary explains the correct usage of difficult words.

The book explains the proper usage of technical terms.

Example Expressions

common usage

Synonyms

use, application, employment, utilization, practice, custom, convention

Entry 1

use, application, employment, utilization

Entry 2

practice, use, custom, convention

Antonyms

disuse, neglect, abandonment, misuse, error

Entry 1

disuse, neglect, abandonment

Entry 2

misuse, error, disuse

Collocations

correct usage, common usage, word usage, proper usage, language usage

Entry 1

correct usage, common usage, word usage

Entry 2

word usage, proper usage, language usage, common usage