Used: meaning, definitions and examples

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used

[ juːzd ]

^{Context #1}

in a sentence

previously owned or employed; secondhand

Synonyms

pre-owned, secondhand, worn

Examples of usage

I bought a used car from the dealership.
She found a used book at the thrift store.

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in a sentence

utilized for a specific purpose

Synonyms

employed, exploited, utilized

Examples of usage

She used her skills to complete the project.
The tools were used for construction.

^{Context #3}

in a sentence

to employ for a purpose; put into service

Synonyms

apply, employ, utilize

Examples of usage

He used his phone to call for help.
Please use caution when handling the equipment.

Translations

Translations of the word "used" in other languages:

🇵🇹 usado

🇮🇳 उपयोग किया हुआ

🇩🇪 gebraucht

🇮🇩 bekas

🇺🇦 використаний

🇵🇱 używany

🇯🇵 使った (tsukatta)

🇫🇷 utilisé

🇪🇸 usado

🇹🇷 kullanılmış

🇰🇷 사용된 (sayongdoen)

🇸🇦 مستعمل (mustamāl)

🇨🇿 použitý

🇸🇰 použitý

🇨🇳 用过的 (yòngguò de)

🇸🇮 uporabljen

🇮🇸 notaður

🇰🇿 қолданылған

🇬🇪 გამოყენებული (gamoyenebuli)

🇦🇿 istifadə olunmuş

🇲🇽 usado

Word origin

The word 'used' originated from the Old English word 'usod,' which means 'exploited' or 'used up.' Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to encompass both the idea of being previously owned or employed, as well as being utilized for a specific purpose. The versatility of the word 'used' has made it a common term in everyday language, reflecting the practical and resourceful nature of human behavior.