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using

UK
/ˈjuːzɪŋ/
US
/ˈjuzɪŋ/
using back
using in
using up
usingnoun
Gerundial noun meaning the act of employing something
Translations
utilisationEmploi général et le plus courant.
The using of pesticides has decreased in recent years.
L'utilisation des pesticides a diminué ces dernières années.
Additional translations
emploiPlus soutenu ou plus abstrait selon le contexte.
Definitions
the act or practice of employing or utilizing something
The using of pesticides has decreased in recent years.
usingpreposition
Translations
en utilisantExprime le moyen ou l'instrument ; tournure fréquente en français.
The data were analyzed using a custom script.
Les données ont été analysées en utilisant un script personnalisé.
Additional translations
à l'aide deTournure plus soutenue ou explicite pour indiquer le moyen.
Definitions
by means of; with the help of
The data were analyzed using a custom script.
useverb

using

ing-form

used
Past Simple
used
Past Participle
using
ing-form
UK
/juːz/
US
/juz/
Translations
She used a calculator to solve the math problem.
Elle a utilisé une calculatrice pour résoudre le problème de mathématiques.
He used all the milk to make pancakes.
Il a consommé tout le lait pour faire des crêpes.
exploiterPour l’idée de tirer avantage de quelqu’un de manière égoïste.
He felt that his friend was just using him for his car.
Il avait l’impression que son ami ne faisait que l’exploiter pour sa voiture.
Additional translations
se servir deTour courant avec complément pronominal.
employerPlus soutenu ou formel que « utiliser ».
Definitions
To employ something for a particular purpose.
She used a calculator to solve the math problem.
To consume or expend something.
He used all the milk to make pancakes.
To take advantage of someone or something for personal gain.
He felt that his friend was just using him for his car.
Synonyms
utilize
employ
apply
exploit
leverage
make use of
harness
Antonyms
abstain
refuse
reject
usenoun
Definitions
The act of employing or utilizing something for a particular purpose.
The use of technology in education has transformed the learning experience.
The state of being employed or utilized.
The tool is still in use despite its age.
A purpose for which something is used.
This room has many uses, including serving as a guest bedroom.
The ability or right to employ or utilize something.
He was given the use of the company car for the weekend.
useadjective
Definitions
Relating to or intended for use.
The city imposes a use tax on goods purchased out of state.
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