verb
Very common
uses
YOO-sihz
Uses (verb) means Third-person singular present tense of use — to employ something for a purpose. Example: “He uses his phone as an alarm clock every morning.”
verb
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Third-person singular present tense of use — to employ something for a purpose.
"He uses his phone as an alarm clock every morning."
"The bakery uses local flour in all of its bread."
"She uses a whiteboard to plan her week."
noun
1
Plural of use — the different ways something can be applied or employed.
"The manual lists several uses for the new kitchen tool."
"Scientists are still finding new uses for this strong, light material."
"Baking soda has dozens of household uses."
How to use uses
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither "he/she uses" (the verb) or the plural of "use" as a noun (the different purposes something serves).
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utilizes
applies
operates
works with
makes use of
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Frequently asked questions
What does “uses” mean?
The word “uses” means third-person singular present tense of use — to employ something for a purpose. In plain terms, either "he/she uses" (the verb) or the plural of "use" as a noun (the different purposes something serves).
How do you pronounce “uses”?
“Uses” is pronounced YOO-sihz (/ˈju.sɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “uses” in a sentence?
Here is “uses” used in a sentence: “She uses a whiteboard to plan her week.”
What part of speech is “uses”?
Depending on how it is used, “uses” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “uses” a common word?
“Uses” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uses” have?
“Uses” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: third-person singular present tense of use — to employ something for a purpose.
Is it 'he uses' or 'he use'?
It is 'he uses.' 'Uses' is the third-person singular present form, so it goes with he, she, it, or a singular noun — 'she uses a pen,' 'the machine uses power.' You drop the -s with I, you, we, and they: 'they use a pen.'
What is the difference between 'uses' and 'used'?
'Uses' is the present tense for he, she, or it — 'he uses it daily.' 'Used' is the past tense for every subject — 'he used it yesterday.' 'Used' also appears in 'used to,' describing a past habit that no longer continues.
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