Meaning & use
to use
To employ something for a particular purpose or to achieve a particular result.
See it in a sentence
She learned to use the new software within a single afternoon.
You can use a butter knife if you don't have a screwdriver handy.
A note on using this word
Use is a common, neutral verb; utilize often sounds more formal without adding real meaning.
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