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utilize or utilise (ˈjuːtɪˌlaɪz) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
(tr) to make practical or worthwhile use of
 
utilise or utilise
 
vb
 
'utilizable or utilise
 
adj
 
'utilisable or utilise
 
adj
 
utili'zation or utilise
 
n
 
utili'sation or utilise
 
n
 
'utilizer or utilise
 
n
 
'utiliser or utilise
 
n

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utilisation

noun
the act of using; "he warned against the use of narcotic drugs"; "skilled in the utilization of computers" [syn: use
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Utilisation is always a great word to know.
So is ninnyhammer. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
Example sentences from the web
The multinational impact of migraine symptoms on healthcare utilisation and work loss.
Although the mining industry is resurgent, labor utilisation will remain low.
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