consumption

UK
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
US
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/

Translations

consumptionnoun
consumptions
pl
The consumption of natural resources has increased significantly over the past century.
La consommation des ressources naturelles a augmenté de manière significative au cours du siècle dernier.
The consumption of electricity in the household was higher during the winter months.
La consommation d'électricité du foyer était plus élevée pendant les mois d'hiver.
Moderate consumption of red wine is often considered beneficial for heart health.
Une consommation modérée de vin rouge est souvent considérée comme bénéfique pour la santé cardiaque.
Private consumption fell sharply during the recession.
La consommation privée a fortement chuté pendant la récession.
Additional translations
consomptionVieilli ; emploié surtout au sens de maladie d’épuisement, notamment la tuberculose.
consumptionadjective
UK
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
US
/kənˈsʌmpʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., consumption tax, consumption patterns).
de consommation
The government introduced a consumption tax on luxury items.
Le gouvernement a introduit une taxe à la consommation sur les articles de luxe.

Definitions

consumptionnoun
The act of consuming, as by use, decay, or destruction.
The consumption of natural resources has increased significantly over the past century.
The amount consumed.
The consumption of electricity in the household was higher during the winter months.
The process of taking food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing or absorbing it.
Moderate consumption of red wine is often considered beneficial for heart health.
A wasting disease, especially pulmonary tuberculosis.
In the 19th century, consumption was a common cause of death.
Expenditure on goods and services by households or individuals, regarded as a component of economic activity.
Private consumption fell sharply during the recession.
consumptionadjective
Intended for or relating to the act of consuming or being consumed.
The government introduced a consumption tax on luxury items.