Translation
use, usage; custom
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Word origin
From Latin usaticum, from usus ('use'), via Old French usage. English 'usage' comes from the same French word.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- usus
- English cognates
- usage, use, utility
Grammar
Examples
externe.
This product is for external use only.
, souples.
With use, shoes become more supple.
Belgique.
The use of this word is very common in Belgium.
.
He made poor use of the money his parents had given him.
, .
According to custom, one brings flowers for the hostess.
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