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Disused Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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disused

[dɪsˈjuːzd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

building

No longer used or occupied; abandoned.

Synonyms

abandoned, unused, vacant.

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Word Description / Examples
disused

When speaking about something that was previously used but has not been in use for a significant period. It implies the potential for it to be used again in the future.

  • The old factory has been disused for years.
  • The disused railway tracks are now covered in weeds.
abandoned

Useful when talking about something that has been left completely and intentionally by its owners or inhabitants. It often carries a negative connotation.

  • The abandoned house at the end of the street looks eerie at night.
  • Several pets were found in the abandoned lot.
unused

Applicable when referring to items or places that have never been used or utilized. It does not carry the same historical connotation as 'disused'.

  • I have some unused coupons that expire next week.
  • The room upstairs has remained unused since they moved in.
vacant

Used to describe a space that is currently unoccupied but may be used or inhabited in the future. It is commonly used for real estate and rental contexts.

  • There is a vacant apartment available for rent in the building.
  • The office has several vacant positions to fill.

Examples of usage

  • The disused factory was slowly being reclaimed by nature.
  • The disused train tracks were overgrown with weeds.

Translations

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Origin of 'disused'

The word 'disused' originated from the combination of the prefix 'dis-' meaning 'not' and the word 'used'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 18th century.

See also: abuse, disuse, misuse, misused, overuse, peruse, reusableness, reuse, reusing, underuse, unusable, unused, usability, usable, usage, used, useful, usefully, usefulness, useless, uselessness, users, using, usual, utensil, utilize.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,669, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.